Raiya - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Raiya is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Raiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiya is 206824. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.55 hectares and falls under the 232107 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Raiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiya
As per Census 2011, Raiya village has a total population of 1,387 people, consisting of 745 males and 642 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,387 | 745 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 63 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 107 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 599 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 146 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Raiya
Raiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghi | West | 1.32 km |
| Bairath | East | 1.36 km |
| Nauder | South | 1.37 km |
| Muhammadpur | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Daurha | West | 1.80 km |
| Kakarahati | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Ramgarh | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Kamalpur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Phoolpur Urf Prasadpur | East | 2.25 km |
| Phoolpur | South-West | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raiya
Raiya 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 Saiyedpur Bhtri, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Raiya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Raiya is about 26 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 Raiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiya 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 Raiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Raiya
Where is Raiya located?
Raiya village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiya?
Raiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raiya?
The pincode of Raiya is 232107.
What is the population of Raiya?
Raiya has a total population of 1,387, including 745 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Raiya?
There are 185 households in Raiya.
What is the literacy rate in Raiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiya is 72.53%. Male literacy is 80.40% and female literacy is 63.40%.