Rokha - Salon, Rae Bareli
Rokha is a village situated in the Salon tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salon and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Rokha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rokha is 145304. The village covers a total geographical area of 1899.13 hectares and falls under the 229310 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Rokha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rokha
According to the 2011 Census, Rokha village had a total population of 10,292 people, including 5,307 males and 4,985 females, living in 1,801 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.44%, with male literacy at 57.93% and female literacy at 40.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,120, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 10,292 | 5,307 | 4,985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,684 | 879 | 805 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,120 | 1,594 | 1,526 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,256 | 2,565 | 1,691 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,036 | 2,742 | 3,294 |
Nearby Villages of Rokha
Rokha 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 Rokha
Rokha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rokha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Rokha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rokha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rokha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rokha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rokha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rokha
Where is Rokha located?
Rokha village is located in Salon Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rokha?
Rokha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rokha?
The pincode of Rokha is 229310.
What is the population of Rokha?
Rokha had a total population of 10,292, including 5,307 males and 4,985 females.
How many households are there in Rokha?
Rokha had 1,801 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rokha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rokha was 49.44%. Male literacy was 57.93% and female literacy was 40.45%.