Ranipur - Harraiya, Basti
Ranipur 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 31 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ramwapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranipur is 179301. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.33 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Ranipur 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 Ranipur
According to the 2011 Census, Ranipur village had a total population of 319 people, including 176 males and 143 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.01%, with male literacy at 52.56% and female literacy at 26.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 319 | 176 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 82 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 94 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Ranipur
Ranipur 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 Ranipur
Public transport in the Ranipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Ranipur.
| 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 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Ranipur is about 31 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 Ranipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranipur 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 Ranipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ranipur
Where is Ranipur located?
Ranipur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranipur is Ramwapur.
What is the pincode of Ranipur?
The pincode of Ranipur is 272131.
What is the population of Ranipur?
Ranipur had a total population of 319, including 176 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Ranipur?
Ranipur had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranipur was 41.01%. Male literacy was 52.56% and female literacy was 26.23%.