Raura - Anupshahr, Bulandshahr
Raura is a village situated in the Anupshahr tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anupshahr and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahr. Raura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raura is 121069. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.72 hectares and falls under the 203390 pincode. Anupshahr is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anupshahr Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bulandshahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raura
According to the 2011 Census, Raura village had a total population of 2,822 people, including 1,458 males and 1,364 females, living in 465 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.11%, with male literacy at 76.22% and female literacy at 46.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 936.
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 | 2,822 | 1,458 | 1,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 247 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 936 | 502 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 923 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,368 | 535 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Raura
Raura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpur | South | 1.59 km |
| Shyaurampur Jinai | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Sunai | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Birauli | North | 2.24 km |
| Bhatadev | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Malakpur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Sunana | East | 2.41 km |
| Suratgarh Urf Lodhai | West | 2.71 km |
| Hisavati | North | 3.01 km |
| Rajner Urf Sorla | South | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raura
Raura 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 Dibai, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Anupshahr to Raura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahr to Raura is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raura
Where is Raura located?
Raura village is located in Anupshahr Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raura?
Raura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raura?
The pincode of Raura is 203390.
What is the population of Raura?
Raura had a total population of 2,822, including 1,458 males and 1,364 females.
How many households are there in Raura?
Raura had 465 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raura was 62.11%. Male literacy was 76.22% and female literacy was 46.99%.