Raigavan - Shahabad, Hardoi
Raigavan is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahbad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Raigavan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigavan is 139309. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.46 hectares and falls under the 241124 pincode. Shahbad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Raigavan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigavan
As per Census 2011, Raigavan village has a total population of 2,157 people, consisting of 1,141 males and 1,016 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,219 literate and 938 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raigavan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,157 | 1,141 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 156 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 210 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 743 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 398 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Raigavan
Raigavan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haibatpur | West | 1.16 km |
| Akhtiyarpur | West | 1.17 km |
| Sahjapur | North | 1.52 km |
| Haidarpur | West | 1.57 km |
| Burhanpur | South | 1.77 km |
| Barela | East | 1.83 km |
| Chak Wajid | North | 1.86 km |
| Pedhwan | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Jamalpur | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Sarai Ranak | East | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raigavan
Raigavan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Algawan, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.1 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahbad to Raigavan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Raigavan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigavan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigavan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raigavan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigavan 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 Raigavan
Where is Raigavan located?
Raigavan village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigavan?
Raigavan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raigavan?
The pincode of Raigavan is 241124.
What is the population of Raigavan?
Raigavan has a total population of 2,157, including 1,141 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Raigavan?
There are 351 households in Raigavan.
What is the literacy rate in Raigavan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigavan is 56.51%. Male literacy is 65.12% and female literacy is 46.85%.