Rasapur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Rasapur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Rasepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasapur is 195971. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.6 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rasapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rasapur
As per Census 2011, Rasapur village has a total population of 2,404 people, consisting of 1,229 males and 1,175 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,476 literate and 928 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,049 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,404 | 1,229 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 223 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,049 | 525 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 869 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 928 | 360 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Rasapur
Rasapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Todarpur | North-West | 0.67 km |
| Dhanehari | East | 0.72 km |
| Deoraipur | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Shahpur Kanoongo | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Holpurganga | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Sarvanpur | South | 1.36 km |
| Parsoopur | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Karayal | North | 1.49 km |
| Chaknasia | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Bedia | East | 1.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rasapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Rasapur. The nearest railway station is Dullahapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Azamgarh to Rasapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Rasapur is about 37 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 Rasapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rasapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rasapur
Where is Rasapur located?
Rasapur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasapur is Rasepur.
What is the pincode of Rasapur?
The pincode of Rasapur is 276123.
What is the population of Rasapur?
Rasapur has a total population of 2,404, including 1,229 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Rasapur?
There are 349 households in Rasapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rasapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasapur is 61.40%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 51.66%.