Raepur - Harraiya, Basti
Raepur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Vishunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raepur is 179248. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.64 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Raepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raepur
As per Census 2011, Raepur village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 487 males and 459 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 487 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 279 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 208 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Raepur
Raepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainpur | North-West | 0.53 km |
| Hansvar | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Arjundiha | East | 0.92 km |
| Karniha Shukla | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Bairahna | East | 1.01 km |
| Tenduie Urf Takiya | North | 1.05 km |
| Mainahiya | West | 1.21 km |
| Manjhari | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Dubaula | South | 1.43 km |
| Koilpur | East | 1.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raepur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raepur. The nearest railway station is Tinich, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 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 Basti to Raepur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raepur
Where is Raepur located?
Raepur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raepur is Vishunpur.
What is the pincode of Raepur?
The pincode of Raepur is 272155.
What is the population of Raepur?
Raepur has a total population of 946, including 487 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Raepur?
There are 133 households in Raepur.
What is the literacy rate in Raepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raepur is 47.15%. Male literacy is 57.29% and female literacy is 36.38%.