Rafia Chak - Bhanpur, Basti
Rafia Chak is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Karaili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rafia Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rafia Chak is 178610. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.79 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Rafia Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rafia Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Rafia Chak village had a total population of 420 people, including 194 males and 226 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.33%, with male literacy at 84.97% and female literacy at 62.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 420 | 194 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 64 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Rafia Chak
Rafia Chak is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rafia Chak
Public transport in the Rafia Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Rafia Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Rafia Chak 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 Rafia Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rafia Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rafia Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rafia Chak 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Rafia Chak
Where is Rafia Chak located?
Rafia Chak village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rafia Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Rafia Chak is Karaili.
What is the pincode of Rafia Chak?
The pincode of Rafia Chak is 272194.
What is the population of Rafia Chak?
Rafia Chak had a total population of 420, including 194 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Rafia Chak?
Rafia Chak had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rafia Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rafia Chak was 72.33%. Male literacy was 84.97% and female literacy was 62.37%.