Raki - Lalganj, Pratapgarh
Raki is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Raki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raki is 157675. The village covers a total geographical area of 740.73 hectares and falls under the 230139 pincode.
Raki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur khas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raki
As per Census 2011, Raki village has a total population of 4,821 people, consisting of 2,295 males and 2,526 females. The village has 849 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 663 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,870 literate and 1,951 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,821 | 2,295 | 2,526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 663 | 336 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,194 | 546 | 648 |
| Literate Population | 2,870 | 1,571 | 1,299 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,951 | 724 | 1,227 |
Nearby Villages of Raki
Raki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balipur Bodawa | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Paranipur | West | 2.33 km |
| Narwal | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Mangapur | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Nanautee | North | 2.97 km |
| Bara | West | 3.20 km |
| Mustafabad | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Rahatikar | South | 3.46 km |
| Barahua | North | 3.96 km |
| Rehualalganj | East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raki
Raki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bani, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pratapgarh to Raki is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Raki
Where is Raki located?
Raki village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raki?
Raki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raki?
The pincode of Raki is 230139.
What is the population of Raki?
Raki has a total population of 4,821, including 2,295 males and 2,526 females.
How many households are there in Raki?
There are 849 households in Raki.
What is the literacy rate in Raki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raki is 59.53%. Male literacy is 68.45% and female literacy is 51.43%.