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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Roshanher village had a total population of 985 people, including 526 males and 459 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.58%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 526 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 140 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 985, including 526 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Roshanher?
Roshanher had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roshanher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roshanher was 66.58%. Male literacy was 78.50% and female literacy was 52.94%.