Roura Chawar - Rasra, Ballia
Roura Chawar is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Roura Chawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roura Chawar is 198349. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.15 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Roura Chawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roura Chawar
As per Census 2011, Roura Chawar village has a total population of 1,697 people, consisting of 870 males and 827 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 558 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roura Chawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,697 | 870 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 134 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 292 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 618 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 252 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Roura Chawar
Roura Chawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amhar Patti Uttar | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Chintamanpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Katiya | South | 1.50 km |
| Jhuntipur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Narla | West | 1.88 km |
| Jam | North | 1.88 km |
| Ladpur | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Nawada | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Madhopur | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Nasirpur Urf Nasratpur | West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roura Chawar
Roura Chawar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sanwara, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Roura Chawar is about 39 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 Roura Chawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roura Chawar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Roura Chawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roura Chawar 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 Roura Chawar
Where is Roura Chawar located?
Roura Chawar village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roura Chawar?
Roura Chawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roura Chawar?
The pincode of Roura Chawar is 221712.
What is the population of Roura Chawar?
Roura Chawar has a total population of 1,697, including 870 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Roura Chawar?
There are 226 households in Roura Chawar.
What is the literacy rate in Roura Chawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roura Chawar is 60.11%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 48.61%.