Raypur - Handia, Prayagraj
Raypur is a village situated in the Handia tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Handia and around 44 km from Allahabad. Raypur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raypur is 162526. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.98 hectares and falls under the 221508 pincode.
Raypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadohi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raypur
According to the 2011 Census, Raypur village had a total population of 1,874 people, including 917 males and 957 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.10%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 51.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 621.
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 | 1,874 | 917 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 135 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 313 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 623 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 294 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Raypur
Raypur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raypur
Raypur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Raypur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Allahabad to Raypur is about 44 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 Raypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raypur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raypur
Where is Raypur located?
Raypur village is located in Handia Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raypur?
Raypur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raypur?
The pincode of Raypur is 221508.
What is the population of Raypur?
Raypur had a total population of 1,874, including 917 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Raypur?
Raypur had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raypur was 65.10%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 51.16%.