Rastepur - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Rastepur is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Rastepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rastepur is 204323. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.5 hectares and falls under the 233304 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Rastepur 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 Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rastepur
According to the 2011 Census, Rastepur village had a total population of 613 people, including 312 males and 301 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.86%, with male literacy at 90.71% and female literacy at 66.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 424.
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 | 613 | 312 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 219 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 254 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 58 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Rastepur
Rastepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarwarpur | North-East | 0.50 km |
| Bhatauli | North-West | 0.63 km |
| Salone Patti | South-West | 0.75 km |
| Chakbasant | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Dahen | East | 1.00 km |
| Sultanpur | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Bhagavan Chak | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Dhrahra | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Alipur | South | 1.29 km |
| Malikpur | North-East | 1.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rastepur
Rastepur 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 31.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Rastepur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Rastepur is about 40 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 Rastepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rastepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rastepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rastepur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rastepur
Where is Rastepur located?
Rastepur village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rastepur?
Rastepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rastepur?
The pincode of Rastepur is 233304.
What is the population of Rastepur?
Rastepur had a total population of 613, including 312 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Rastepur?
Rastepur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rastepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rastepur was 78.86%. Male literacy was 90.71% and female literacy was 66.29%.