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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pithupur village had a total population of 928 people, including 479 males and 449 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.69%, with male literacy at 85.33% and female literacy at 57.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 461.
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 | 928 | 479 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 236 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 928, including 479 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Pithupur?
Pithupur had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pithupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithupur was 71.69%. Male literacy was 85.33% and female literacy was 57.75%.