Rakhera - Hasanpur, Amroha
Rakhera is a village situated in the Hasanpur tehsil of Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Hasanpur and around 35 km from Jyotiba Phule Nagar. Rakheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhera is 118212. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.01 hectares and falls under the 244235 pincode. Hasanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rakhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hasanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amroha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakhera
As per Census 2011, Rakhera village has a total population of 2,707 people, consisting of 1,428 males and 1,279 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 579 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,217 literate and 1,490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,707 | 1,428 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 579 | 302 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,217 | 784 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,490 | 644 | 846 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhera
Rakhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasanpur | South | 1.40 km |
| Jalalabad Urf Chingrawli | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Ismail Nagar Urf Bhoyra | West | 2.01 km |
| Govila | North | 2.40 km |
| Kanpur | West | 2.51 km |
| Jahangirpur | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Milk Karimabad | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Parori | South | 3.07 km |
| Bhikanpur | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Usmanpur | North-East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rakhera
Rakhera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sikandarpur, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hasanpur to Rakhera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jyotiba Phule Nagar to Rakhera is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rakhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rakhera
Where is Rakhera located?
Rakhera village is located in Hasanpur Tehsil, Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhera is Rakheda.
What is the pincode of Rakhera?
The pincode of Rakhera is 244235.
What is the population of Rakhera?
Rakhera has a total population of 2,707, including 1,428 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Rakhera?
There are 472 households in Rakhera.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhera is 44.96%. Male literacy is 54.90% and female literacy is 33.85%.