Raha - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Raha is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Raha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raha is 150807. The village covers a total geographical area of 574.89 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Kanpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Raha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raha
As per Census 2011, Raha village has a total population of 4,259 people, consisting of 2,273 males and 1,986 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 587 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,958 literate and 1,301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,769 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,259 | 2,273 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 306 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,769 | 950 | 819 |
| Literate Population | 2,958 | 1,748 | 1,210 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,301 | 525 | 776 |
Nearby Villages of Raha
Raha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalala | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Ismailpur Jadid | East | 1.80 km |
| Chilli | West | 2.29 km |
| Aladadpur | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Laukaha | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Bamburaha | North | 2.77 km |
| Hatheruwa | South | 2.87 km |
| Benda | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Bhadras | East | 3.14 km |
| Miranpur | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raha
Raha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghatampur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 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 Kanpur Nagar to Raha is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raha
Where is Raha located?
Raha village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raha?
Raha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raha?
The pincode of Raha is 209206.
What is the population of Raha?
Raha has a total population of 4,259, including 2,273 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Raha?
There are 774 households in Raha.
What is the literacy rate in Raha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raha is 69.45%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 60.93%.