Ray Askaranpur - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Ray Askaranpur is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Ray Askaranpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ray Askaranpur is 158288. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.72 hectares and falls under the 230204 pincode.
Ray Askaranpur 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 Ray Askaranpur
As per Census 2011, Ray Askaranpur village has a total population of 2,822 people, consisting of 1,417 males and 1,405 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,553 literate and 1,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 836 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ray Askaranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,822 | 1,417 | 1,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 242 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 836 | 393 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 976 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 441 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Ray Askaranpur
Ray Askaranpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dayal | West | 0.53 km |
| Pure Maniram | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Parsurampur | West | 1.33 km |
| Badgawan | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Purerama | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Panah Nagar | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Saraysat Bhama Garibi | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Athaisa | South | 2.11 km |
| Purmai Sultanpur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Bhawaniganj Kota | West | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ray Askaranpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ray Askaranpur. The nearest railway station is Kunda Harnamganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pratapgarh to Ray Askaranpur 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 Ray Askaranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ray Askaranpur 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 Ray Askaranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ray Askaranpur 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 Ray Askaranpur
Where is Ray Askaranpur located?
Ray Askaranpur village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ray Askaranpur?
Ray Askaranpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ray Askaranpur?
The pincode of Ray Askaranpur is 230204.
What is the population of Ray Askaranpur?
Ray Askaranpur has a total population of 2,822, including 1,417 males and 1,405 females.
How many households are there in Ray Askaranpur?
There are 492 households in Ray Askaranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ray Askaranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ray Askaranpur is 55.03%. Male literacy is 68.88% and female literacy is 41.07%.