Roshanher - Chunar, Mirzapur
Roshanher is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Roshanhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roshanher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roshanher is 212849. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.2 hectares and falls under the 231301 pincode. Ahraura is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Roshanher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roshanher
As per Census 2011, Roshanher village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 526 males and 459 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 534 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roshanher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 526 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 140 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 336 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 190 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Roshanher
Roshanher 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahmoodpur | East | 0.90 km |
| Chak Jata | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Moharpur | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Maghwa | South | 1.35 km |
| Mahuli | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Hatia | North | 1.38 km |
| Bindpur Kalan | East | 1.51 km |
| Moinuddinpur | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Saria | West | 1.82 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roshanher
Public transport in the Roshanher is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahraura to Roshanher is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Roshanher is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roshanher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roshanher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Roshanher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roshanher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Roshanher
Where is Roshanher located?
Roshanher village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roshanher?
The Gram Panchayat of Roshanher is Roshanhar.
What is the pincode of Roshanher?
The pincode of Roshanher is 231301.
What is the population of Roshanher?
Roshanher has a total population of 985, including 526 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Roshanher?
There are 182 households in Roshanher.
What is the literacy rate in Roshanher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roshanher is 54.21%. Male literacy is 63.88% and female literacy is 43.14%.