Rathgaon - Bidhuna, Auraiya
Rathgaon is a village situated in the Bidhuna tehsil of Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bidhuna and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Auraiya. Rathgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rathgaon is 148075. The village covers a total geographical area of 1368.33 hectares and falls under the 206243 pincode. Kanpur is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Rathgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bidhuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rathgaon
As per Census 2011, Rathgaon village has a total population of 7,084 people, consisting of 3,814 males and 3,270 females. The village has 1,276 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,112 literate and 2,972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,899 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rathgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,084 | 3,814 | 3,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,126 | 583 | 543 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,899 | 1,030 | 869 |
| Literate Population | 4,112 | 2,514 | 1,598 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,972 | 1,300 | 1,672 |
Nearby Villages of Rathgaon
Rathgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khan Jahanpur Chirkuan | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Sindhi Seora | West | 1.83 km |
| Sahaspur | North | 2.14 km |
| Chandauli | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Purwa Lachhiram | South | 2.27 km |
| Khizarpur | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Nagla Tula | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Belpur Bela | East | 2.82 km |
| Pilkhana | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Narayanpur Shar | North-East | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rathgaon
Rathgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Achalda, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur to Rathgaon is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Auraiya to Rathgaon is about 36 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 Rathgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rathgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rathgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rathgaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rathgaon
Where is Rathgaon located?
Rathgaon village is located in Bidhuna Tehsil, Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rathgaon?
Rathgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rathgaon?
The pincode of Rathgaon is 206243.
What is the population of Rathgaon?
Rathgaon has a total population of 7,084, including 3,814 males and 3,270 females.
How many households are there in Rathgaon?
There are 1,276 households in Rathgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rathgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rathgaon is 58.05%. Male literacy is 65.92% and female literacy is 48.87%.