Raksowra - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Raksowra is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Maudhar Mangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raksowra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raksowra is 186873. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.08 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raksowra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Raksowra
Raksowra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singara Choweb | North | 0.48 km |
| Atra Singaree | North-West | 0.51 km |
| Saraya Tiwari | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Gulaur | North | 1.00 km |
| Jaisar | West | 1.00 km |
| Dohariya Bargah | South | 1.02 km |
| Samariya | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Gowrapar | North | 1.09 km |
| Bhitanee | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Doharia Basdeo | South-West | 1.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raksowra
Raksowra 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 Sahjanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Raksowra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raksowra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raksowra 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 Raksowra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raksowra 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 Raksowra
Where is Raksowra located?
Raksowra village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raksowra?
The Gram Panchayat of Raksowra is Maudhar Mangal.
What is the pincode of Raksowra?
The pincode of Raksowra is 273406.