Ray Pur - Nighasan, Kheri
Ray Pur is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Lakhimpur Kheri. Ray Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ray Pur is 135008. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.67 hectares and falls under the 262907 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ray Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nighasan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ray Pur
As per Census 2011, Ray Pur village has a total population of 1,849 people, consisting of 952 males and 897 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 869 literate and 980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ray Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,849 | 952 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 171 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 231 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 511 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 441 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Ray Pur
Ray Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolluri | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Seswari | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Lalapur | West | 2.27 km |
| Suthana Barsola (ct) | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Umara | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Banveer Pur | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Gulariya Patthar Shah | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Bhedauri | West | 3.73 km |
| Maharaj Nagar | West | 3.96 km |
| Hrdwahi | South-West | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ray Pur
Public transport in the Ray Pur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikunia, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.7 km.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhimpur to Ray Pur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lakhimpur Kheri to Ray Pur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ray Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ray Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ray Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ray Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ray Pur
Where is Ray Pur located?
Ray Pur village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ray Pur?
Ray Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ray Pur?
The pincode of Ray Pur is 262907.
What is the population of Ray Pur?
Ray Pur has a total population of 1,849, including 952 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Ray Pur?
There are 338 households in Ray Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Ray Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ray Pur is 47.00%. Male literacy is 53.68% and female literacy is 39.91%.