Raypur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Raypur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Raipur Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raypur is 195909. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.58 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode.
Raypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raypur
According to the 2011 Census, Raypur village had a total population of 651 people, including 351 males and 300 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.78%, with male literacy at 86.80% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
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 | 651 | 351 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 48 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 151 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 263 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 88 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Raypur
Raypur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naseerpur | North-East | 0.63 km |
| Lakhansipur | East | 0.65 km |
| Patti | West | 0.66 km |
| Jagdishpur | North | 0.92 km |
| Baijnathpur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Faridpur | East | 1.14 km |
| Usama Patti | South | 1.19 km |
| Saraitilochan | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Majith Durjan | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Manpur | South-West | 1.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raypur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raypur. The nearest railway station is Jakhanian, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Raypur 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 Raypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raypur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raypur
Where is Raypur located?
Raypur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raypur is Raipur Patti.
What is the pincode of Raypur?
The pincode of Raypur is 276204.
What is the population of Raypur?
Raypur had a total population of 651, including 351 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Raypur?
Raypur had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raypur was 75.78%. Male literacy was 86.80% and female literacy was 63.64%.