Raypur

Raypur is a village located in Sonarpur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.5km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 32.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kalikapur Ii is the gram panchayat of Raypur village.

Raypur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Raypur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raypur is 333602. The village spans a total geographical area of 455.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743330. Champahati is nearest town to Raypur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Raypur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Raypur

Below is a concise population overview of Raypur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,098 2,067 2,031
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 468 228 240
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3,145 1,586 1,559
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,745 1,491 1,254
Illiterate Population 1,353 576 777

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raypur village:

  • The total population of Raypur village is around 4,098, including approximately 2,067 males and 2,031 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 468 children aged 0–6 years in Raypur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raypur village has 3,145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Raypur village is about 66.98%, with male literacy at 72.13% and female literacy at 61.74%.
  • There are around 938 households in Raypur village.

Connectivity of Raypur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raypur. As per the 2011 stats, Raypur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Raypur

Knowing the nearby villages of Raypur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raypur.

Natagachhi Jardaha Benebou Jafarpur Kharigoda Hasanpur Makrampur Kustia Sangur Nabhasan Radhanagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Raypur

Where is Raypur located?
Raypur village is situated in Sonarpur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raypur is Kalikapur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raypur?
The pincode of Raypur is 743330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raypur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raypur is 4,098, with 2,067 males and 2,031 females.
How many households are there in Raypur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raypur village has a total of 938 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raypur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raypur is 66.98%. The male literacy rate is 72.13%, while the female literacy rate is 61.74%.