Razapur - Behat, Saharanpur
Razapur is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Razapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Razapur is 108953. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.31 hectares and falls under the 247121 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Razapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Razapur
As per Census 2011, Razapur village has a total population of 2,613 people, consisting of 1,425 males and 1,188 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,190 literate and 1,423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Razapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,613 | 1,425 | 1,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 260 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 112 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 724 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,423 | 701 | 722 |
Nearby Villages of Razapur
Razapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adarakpur | South-East | 0.73 km |
| Alipura | West | 0.96 km |
| Kashipur | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Chak Abawakarpur | South | 1.90 km |
| Mohammedpur Jhanjhara | North | 1.96 km |
| Abdullapur Mazara Naugaun | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Wazeedpur | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Saleemabad | East | 2.14 km |
| Bhikkhanpur | West | 2.58 km |
| Hasanpur | South | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Razapur
Razapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pilkhani, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharanpur to Razapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Razapur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Razapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Razapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Razapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Razapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Razapur
Where is Razapur located?
Razapur village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Razapur?
Razapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Razapur?
The pincode of Razapur is 247121.
What is the population of Razapur?
Razapur has a total population of 2,613, including 1,425 males and 1,188 females.
How many households are there in Razapur?
There are 466 households in Razapur.
What is the literacy rate in Razapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Razapur is 45.54%. Male literacy is 50.81% and female literacy is 39.23%.