Raitha - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Raitha is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Raitha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raitha is 207091. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Raitha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raitha
As per Census 2011, Raitha village has a total population of 2,361 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,150 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,510 literate and 851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raitha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,361 | 1,211 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 207 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 838 | 447 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 887 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 851 | 324 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Raitha
Raitha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malwari | South | 1.02 km |
| Shitalpur | East | 1.24 km |
| Mangalpur | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Kajehara | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Janauli | West | 1.51 km |
| Chilbili | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Silauta | North | 1.79 km |
| Sirkalpur | South | 1.83 km |
| Kashipur | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Barhan | East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raitha
Public transport in the Raitha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dheena, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Raitha is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Raitha is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raitha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raitha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raitha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raitha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raitha
Where is Raitha located?
Raitha village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raitha?
Raitha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raitha?
The pincode of Raitha is 232109.
What is the population of Raitha?
Raitha has a total population of 2,361, including 1,211 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Raitha?
There are 375 households in Raitha.
What is the literacy rate in Raitha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raitha is 63.96%. Male literacy is 73.25% and female literacy is 54.17%.