Raidaspur - Harraiya, Basti
Raidaspur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. Chandra Paliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidaspur is 179909. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.53 hectares and falls under the 272129 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raidaspur 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 Raidaspur
As per Census 2011, Raidaspur village has a total population of 295 people, consisting of 159 males and 136 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raidaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 52 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 105 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 54 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Raidaspur
Raidaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhausiya | South-East | 0.45 km |
| Aaliya Jugram | West | 0.52 km |
| Sukhrampur | South-West | 0.60 km |
| Trilokpur | South | 0.60 km |
| Pure Moti | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Kanhaipur | South-East | 0.80 km |
| Pure Gangaram | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Kajipur | South | 0.96 km |
| Pikaura Chaube | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Pure Hasan Nalband | South-West | 1.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raidaspur
Raidaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Darshannagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Raidaspur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Raidaspur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raidaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raidaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidaspur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raidaspur
Where is Raidaspur located?
Raidaspur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raidaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidaspur is Chandra Paliya.
What is the pincode of Raidaspur?
The pincode of Raidaspur is 272129.
What is the population of Raidaspur?
Raidaspur has a total population of 295, including 159 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Raidaspur?
There are 39 households in Raidaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Raidaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidaspur is 46.78%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 24.26%.