Raher - Patur, Akola
Raher is a village situated in the Patur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Raher village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raher is 530348. The village covers a total geographical area of 656.36 hectares and falls under the 444501 pincode. Patur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Raher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raher
According to the 2011 Census, Raher village had a total population of 1,262 people, including 642 males and 620 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.07%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 68.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,262 | 642 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 97 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 88 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 445 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 197 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Raher
Raher is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalkhuta 1 | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Umara | South | 2.97 km |
| Hiwara | East | 3.37 km |
| Pangara | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Changefal | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Deulgaon Sakarasha | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Shirla Nemane | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Naigaon Deshmukh | South | 5.46 km |
| Channi | East | 5.69 km |
| Pimpri Dhangar | West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raher
Raher is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paras, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patur to Raher is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Raher is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Raher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Raher
Where is Raher located?
Raher village is located in Patur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Raher?
Raher is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raher?
The pincode of Raher is 444501.
What is the population of Raher?
Raher had a total population of 1,262, including 642 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Raher?
Raher had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raher was 75.07%. Male literacy was 81.65% and female literacy was 68.50%.