Basti Raghau - Mankapur, Gonda
Basti Raghau is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Raghav Basti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basti Raghau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basti Raghau is 175769. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.59 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Basti Raghau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basti Raghau
According to the 2011 Census, Basti Raghau village had a total population of 670 people, including 322 males and 348 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.62%, with male literacy at 65.38% and female literacy at 39.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 670 | 322 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 170 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 152 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Basti Raghau
Basti Raghau is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Basti Raghau
Basti Raghau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Basti Raghau.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Basti Raghau is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basti Raghau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basti Raghau 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 Basti Raghau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basti Raghau 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 Basti Raghau
Where is Basti Raghau located?
Basti Raghau village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basti Raghau?
The Gram Panchayat of Basti Raghau is Raghav Basti.
What is the pincode of Basti Raghau?
The pincode of Basti Raghau is 271305.
What is the population of Basti Raghau?
Basti Raghau had a total population of 670, including 322 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Basti Raghau?
Basti Raghau had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basti Raghau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basti Raghau was 51.62%. Male literacy was 65.38% and female literacy was 39.53%.