Pithupur - Lalganj, Rae Bareli
Pithupur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Ram Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pithupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithupur is 144646. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.7 hectares and falls under the 229212 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Pithupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sareni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pithupur
As per Census 2011, Pithupur village has a total population of 928 people, consisting of 479 males and 449 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 461 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pithupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 | 479 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 236 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 349 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 130 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Pithupur
Pithupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Khera | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Khaund | North | 1.42 km |
| Prem Chak | East | 1.45 km |
| Sotawa Khera | South | 1.46 km |
| Kahinjar | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Surjupur | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Dhuremau | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Rasulpur | West | 2.01 km |
| Kaji Khera | West | 2.10 km |
| Kushal Khera | East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pithupur
Pithupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Raghuraj Singh, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 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 Rae Bareli to Pithupur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Pithupur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pithupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithupur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pithupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithupur 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 Pithupur
Where is Pithupur located?
Pithupur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pithupur is Ram Khera.
What is the pincode of Pithupur?
The pincode of Pithupur is 229212.
What is the population of Pithupur?
Pithupur has a total population of 928, including 479 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Pithupur?
There are 185 households in Pithupur.
What is the literacy rate in Pithupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithupur is 62.50%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 51.45%.