Raya

Raya is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Mohariyaw is the gram panchayat of Raya village.

Raya has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Raya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raya is 201149. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.25 hectares. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Raya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Raya

Below is a concise population overview of Raya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 980 461 519
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 154 77 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 134 72 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 578 322 256
Illiterate Population 402 139 263

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raya village:

  • The total population of Raya village is around 980, including approximately 461 males and 519 females, with a sex ratio of 1125 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Raya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raya village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Raya village is about 58.98%, with male literacy at 69.85% and female literacy at 49.33%.
  • There are around 140 households in Raya village.

Connectivity of Raya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raya. As per the 2011 stats, Raya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raya

Knowing the nearby villages of Raya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raya.

Belawan Rajapur Mustafabad Gopalpur Naqbaharipur Mohariyawan Bhikharipur Kalan Thaloie Chhangapur Kanchanpur Umarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Raya

Where is Raya located?
Raya village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raya?
The Gram Panchayat of Raya is Mohariyaw (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Raya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raya is 980, with 461 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Raya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raya village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raya is 58.98%. The male literacy rate is 69.85%, while the female literacy rate is 49.33%.