Raunahia - Rudhauli, Basti
Raunahia is a village situated in the Rudhauli tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rudhauli and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Raunahia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raunahia is 181769. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.62 hectares and falls under the 272150 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Raunahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raunahia
According to the 2011 Census, Raunahia village had a total population of 1,209 people, including 574 males and 635 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.62%, with male literacy at 79.36% and female literacy at 58.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268.
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 | 1,209 | 574 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 104 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 123 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 373 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 201 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Raunahia
Raunahia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhauwakala | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Pandri | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Siswa | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Raunaklan | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Rudhauli | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Majauwa Khurd | North | 1.74 km |
| Danokuiyan | East | 1.77 km |
| Gangauli | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Dumri | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Dharam Purwa | North | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raunahia
Raunahia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Orwara, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 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 Raunahia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raunahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raunahia 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 Raunahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raunahia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raunahia
Where is Raunahia located?
Raunahia village is located in Rudhauli Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raunahia?
Raunahia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raunahia?
The pincode of Raunahia is 272150.
What is the population of Raunahia?
Raunahia had a total population of 1,209, including 574 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Raunahia?
Raunahia had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raunahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raunahia was 68.62%. Male literacy was 79.36% and female literacy was 58.61%.