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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Raya village had a total population of 980 people, including 461 males and 519 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.98%, with male literacy at 83.85% and female literacy at 57.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 980 | 461 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 980, including 461 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Raya?
Raya had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raya was 69.98%. Male literacy was 83.85% and female literacy was 57.92%.