Riwa - Chunar, Mirzapur
Riwa is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Reewa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Riwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Riwa is 212678. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.28 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town.
Riwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Riwa
As per Census 2011, Riwa village has a total population of 1,958 people, consisting of 970 males and 988 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 877 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Riwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 970 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 178 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 567 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 403 | 678 |
Nearby Villages of Riwa
Riwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahpur Mafi | East | 0.90 km |
| Jaipatti Khurd | West | 1.10 km |
| Jaipatti Kalan | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Bari Salahpur | North | 1.63 km |
| Saraiya Mu. Mathana | North | 1.91 km |
| Kaima Rasulpur | East | 1.91 km |
| Keshavpur Mafi | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Araji Auraiya | South | 1.98 km |
| Madara | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Dehri | West | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Riwa
Riwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ahraura Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 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 Mirzapur to Riwa is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Riwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Riwa 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Riwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Riwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Riwa
Where is Riwa located?
Riwa village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Riwa is Reewa.
What is the pincode of Riwa?
The pincode of Riwa is 231304.
What is the population of Riwa?
Riwa has a total population of 1,958, including 970 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Riwa?
There are 366 households in Riwa.
What is the literacy rate in Riwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riwa is 44.79%. Male literacy is 58.45% and female literacy is 31.38%.