Rahuwa - Mahasi, Bahraich
Rahuwa is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Raja Rehua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahuwa is 171841. The village covers a total geographical area of 662.45 hectares and falls under the 271824 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rahuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rahuwa
As per Census 2011, Rahuwa village has a total population of 5,694 people, consisting of 3,072 males and 2,622 females. The village has 966 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,091 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,857 literate and 3,837 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,085 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,694 | 3,072 | 2,622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,091 | 570 | 521 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,085 | 578 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 1,857 | 1,244 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,837 | 1,828 | 2,009 |
Nearby Villages of Rahuwa
Rahuwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodaha | East | 1.35 km |
| Ratanpur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Unchgaon | North | 1.96 km |
| Baundi | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Sai Gaon | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Naushahara | East | 2.64 km |
| Bariya | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Bab Pra Bha Uraf Golaganj | West | 3.29 km |
| Gujauli Kala | South | 3.58 km |
| Tendawa Sisatipur | North | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rahuwa
Rahuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bahraich to Rahuwa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rahuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rahuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rahuwa
Where is Rahuwa located?
Rahuwa village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahuwa is Raja Rehua.
What is the pincode of Rahuwa?
The pincode of Rahuwa is 271824.
What is the population of Rahuwa?
Rahuwa has a total population of 5,694, including 3,072 males and 2,622 females.
How many households are there in Rahuwa?
There are 966 households in Rahuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Rahuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahuwa is 32.61%. Male literacy is 40.49% and female literacy is 23.38%.