Rafan
Rafan is a village located in Mawana tehsil of Meerut district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Mawana (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Meerut. As per 2009 stats, Rafan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rafan unique in its vibrant Mawana-Meerut region. You’ll see Rafan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rafan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rafan is 118756. The village spans a total geographical area of 209 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 250401. Mawana is nearest town to Rafan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Rafan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bijnor Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rafan
Population of Rafan
According to the 2011 Census, Rafan has a total population of about 1,355, with approximately 725 males and 630 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 495 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.16%, with male literacy at about 76.00% and female literacy near 56.98%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rafan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 725 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 99 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 262 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 910 | 551 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 174 | 271 |
Connectivity of Rafan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rafan. As per the 2011 stats, Rafan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rafan
Knowing the nearby villages of Rafan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rafan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rafan
- Where is Rafan located?
- Rafan village is situated in Mawana Tehsil, within the Meerut district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rafan?
- Rafan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rafan?
- The pincode of Rafan is 250401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rafan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rafan is 1,355, with 725 males and 630 females.
- How many households are there in Rafan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rafan village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rafan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rafan is 67.16%. The male literacy rate is 76.00%, while the female literacy rate is 56.98%.