Raya - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Raya is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Mohariyaw serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raya is 201149. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.25 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Raya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raya
As per Census 2011, Raya village has a total population of 980 people, consisting of 461 males and 519 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 980 | 461 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 322 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 139 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Raya
Raya 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 Raya
Raya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raya.
| 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 Machhlishahr to Raya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Raya is about 39 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 Raya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raya 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 Raya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raya 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 Raya
Where is Raya located?
Raya village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raya?
The Gram Panchayat of Raya is Mohariyaw.
What is the pincode of Raya?
The pincode of Raya is 222143.
What is the population of Raya?
Raya has a total population of 980, including 461 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Raya?
There are 140 households in Raya.
What is the literacy rate in Raya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raya is 58.98%. Male literacy is 69.85% and female literacy is 49.33%.