Raghawapur - Harraiya, Basti
Raghawapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Raghawapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghawapur is 179012. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.22 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Raghawapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghawapur
As per Census 2011, Raghawapur village has a total population of 868 people, consisting of 463 males and 405 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghawapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 463 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 138 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 298 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 165 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Raghawapur
Raghawapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chan Gahna | West | 0.91 km |
| Jagdishpur | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Mohanpur | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Chaksar | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Kanikapur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Parsahva | West | 1.25 km |
| Sudamajot | North | 1.28 km |
| Bop | East | 1.30 km |
| Chakrim | North | 1.58 km |
| Ghuniya Bhiti | North-West | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghawapur
Raghawapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Parsa Tewari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 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 Basti to Raghawapur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghawapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghawapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghawapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghawapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghawapur
Where is Raghawapur located?
Raghawapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghawapur?
Raghawapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raghawapur?
The pincode of Raghawapur is 272130.
What is the population of Raghawapur?
Raghawapur has a total population of 868, including 463 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Raghawapur?
There are 118 households in Raghawapur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghawapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghawapur is 55.88%. Male literacy is 64.36% and female literacy is 46.17%.