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
According to the 2011 Census, Raki village had a total population of 4,821 people, including 2,295 males and 2,526 females, living in 849 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.02%, with male literacy at 80.19% and female literacy at 59.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,194.
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 | 4,821 | 2,295 | 2,526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 663 | 336 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,194 | 546 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 4,821, including 2,295 males and 2,526 females.
How many households are there in Raki?
Raki had 849 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raki was 69.02%. Male literacy was 80.19% and female literacy was 59.07%.