Roora - Tirwa, Kannauj
Roora is a village situated in the Tirwa tehsil of Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirwa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kannauj. Roora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roora is 147276. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.82 hectares and falls under the 209734 pincode. Kannauj is the nearest town.
Roora 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 Kannauj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Roora
According to the 2011 Census, Roora village had a total population of 3,612 people, including 1,834 males and 1,778 females, living in 511 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.00%, with male literacy at 64.18% and female literacy at 37.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 3,612 | 1,834 | 1,778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 657 | 346 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,507 | 955 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,105 | 879 | 1,226 |
Nearby Villages of Roora
Roora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malgawan | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Nistouli | East | 1.85 km |
| Khama | North | 2.25 km |
| Gurauli | South | 2.33 km |
| Tilsara | West | 2.82 km |
| Khurdapur | North | 2.94 km |
| Tizalapur | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Madanapur | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Sarhadi | North | 3.63 km |
| Satshar | North-East | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roora
Roora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mani Mau, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kannauj to Roora is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Roora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Roora
Where is Roora located?
Roora village is located in Tirwa Tehsil, Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Roora?
Roora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roora?
The pincode of Roora is 209734.
What is the population of Roora?
Roora had a total population of 3,612, including 1,834 males and 1,778 females.
How many households are there in Roora?
Roora had 511 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roora was 51.00%. Male literacy was 64.18% and female literacy was 37.63%.