Rautapur - Lalganj, Rae Bareli
Rautapur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Sahanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rautapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautapur is 144776. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.98 hectares and falls under the 229216 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Rautapur 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 Rautapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rautapur village had a total population of 579 people, including 300 males and 279 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.30%, with male literacy at 92.53% and female literacy at 73.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 579 | 300 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 260 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 40 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Rautapur
Rautapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanjas | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Ralpur Aht. | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Sahanipur | West | 1.61 km |
| Ralpur Mu. | East | 1.77 km |
| Bairuwa Mu. | South | 2.02 km |
| Helauli | West | 2.15 km |
| Deo Khera | North | 2.22 km |
| Sagar Khera | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Firojpur | West | 2.69 km |
| Gopali Khera | North | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rautapur
Rautapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurasti Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rae Bareli to Rautapur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rautapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rautapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rautapur
Where is Rautapur located?
Rautapur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rautapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautapur is Sahanipur.
What is the pincode of Rautapur?
The pincode of Rautapur is 229216.
What is the population of Rautapur?
Rautapur had a total population of 579, including 300 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Rautapur?
Rautapur had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rautapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautapur was 83.30%. Male literacy was 92.53% and female literacy was 73.26%.