Raghupur - Harraiya, Basti
Raghupur 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Raghoopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghupur is 179080. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.41 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raghupur 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 Raghupur
As per Census 2011, Raghupur village has a total population of 890 people, consisting of 457 males and 433 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 890 | 457 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 256 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 201 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Raghupur
Raghupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pureferu | West | 0.77 km |
| Gudanupur | South | 1.18 km |
| Rampur Navnidh Rai | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Majhauwa | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Dharampur | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Khiri Bag | South | 1.30 km |
| Pithiya Mafi | East | 1.32 km |
| Salepur | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Barahpur Pandey | North | 1.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghupur
Raghupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is S Narayan Chpla, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.5 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Raghupur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Raghupur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raghupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghupur 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 Raghupur
Where is Raghupur located?
Raghupur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghupur is Raghoopur.
What is the pincode of Raghupur?
The pincode of Raghupur is 272301.
What is the population of Raghupur?
Raghupur has a total population of 890, including 457 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Raghupur?
There are 125 households in Raghupur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghupur is 48.65%. Male literacy is 56.02% and female literacy is 40.88%.