Raina - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Raina is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Kundawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raina is 182193. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.18 hectares and falls under the 272271 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Raina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raina
According to the 2011 Census, Raina village had a total population of 477 people, including 232 males and 245 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.49%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 477 | 232 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 132 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 100 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Raina
Raina 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 Raina
Raina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Raina is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raina
Where is Raina located?
Raina village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raina?
The Gram Panchayat of Raina is Kundawa.
What is the pincode of Raina?
The pincode of Raina is 272271.
What is the population of Raina?
Raina had a total population of 477, including 232 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Raina?
Raina had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raina was 53.49%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 38.46%.