Raigarh - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Raigarh is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Raigarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigarh is 158302. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.79 hectares and falls under the 230128 pincode.
Raigarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigarh
As per Census 2011, Raigarh village has a total population of 8,607 people, consisting of 4,350 males and 4,257 females. The village has 1,471 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,944 literate and 4,663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,939 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raigarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,607 | 4,350 | 4,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,386 | 715 | 671 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,939 | 948 | 991 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,944 | 2,372 | 1,572 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,663 | 1,978 | 2,685 |
Nearby Villages of Raigarh
Raigarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpur | West | 1.74 km |
| Purekhandey | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Kushaha | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Mahewamalakiya | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Bahorikpur | West | 2.69 km |
| Umarapatti | East | 2.73 km |
| Purekisuni | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Dihbalaee | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Maghi Chaingarh | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Baisana | North | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raigarh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raigarh. The nearest railway station is Bhadri, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 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 Pratapgarh to Raigarh is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigarh 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 Raigarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigarh 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raigarh
Where is Raigarh located?
Raigarh village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigarh?
Raigarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raigarh?
The pincode of Raigarh is 230128.
What is the population of Raigarh?
Raigarh has a total population of 8,607, including 4,350 males and 4,257 females.
How many households are there in Raigarh?
There are 1,471 households in Raigarh.
What is the literacy rate in Raigarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigarh is 45.82%. Male literacy is 54.53% and female literacy is 36.93%.