Raiyapur - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Raiyapur is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Raiyapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiyapur is 158408. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.93 hectares and falls under the 230201 pincode.
Raiyapur 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 Kunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiyapur
According to the 2011 Census, Raiyapur village had a total population of 6,835 people, including 3,588 males and 3,247 females, living in 1,240 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.83%, with male literacy at 78.17% and female literacy at 52.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,586.
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 | 6,835 | 3,588 | 3,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 956 | 510 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,586 | 1,353 | 1,233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,870 | 2,406 | 1,464 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,965 | 1,182 | 1,783 |
Nearby Villages of Raiyapur
Raiyapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silawatpur | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Paharpur Banoahi | West | 1.73 km |
| Bhadri | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Saraykeerat | South | 2.25 km |
| Saroy Shiokhan | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Meerpur Banohi | North | 2.34 km |
| Dever Patti | East | 2.36 km |
| Basahipur | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Khambha | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Shahjamalpur | North | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raiyapur
Raiyapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhadri, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pratapgarh to Raiyapur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiyapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiyapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raiyapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiyapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raiyapur
Where is Raiyapur located?
Raiyapur village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raiyapur?
Raiyapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raiyapur?
The pincode of Raiyapur is 230201.
What is the population of Raiyapur?
Raiyapur had a total population of 6,835, including 3,588 males and 3,247 females.
How many households are there in Raiyapur?
Raiyapur had 1,240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raiyapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiyapur was 65.83%. Male literacy was 78.17% and female literacy was 52.27%.