Rasulpur Garhia - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Rasulpur Garhia is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Rasoolpur Gadhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasulpur Garhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasulpur Garhia is 132777. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.13 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Rasulpur Garhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rasulpur Garhia
According to the 2011 Census, Rasulpur Garhia village had a total population of 2,666 people, including 1,418 males and 1,248 females, living in 481 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.40%, with male literacy at 73.14% and female literacy at 50.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 762.
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 | 2,666 | 1,418 | 1,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 197 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 762 | 392 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,424 | 893 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 525 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Rasulpur Garhia
Rasulpur Garhia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunwarpur Rati | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Daulatpur Maholia | West | 1.52 km |
| Rampur J. Daulatpur | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Sardarpur | East | 2.01 km |
| Hasanpur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Alampur Piparia | South | 2.52 km |
| Dadiuri | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Birahampur Jhajharia | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Bandi | West | 2.72 km |
| Banda | South-West | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rasulpur Garhia
Rasulpur Garhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sehramau, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Rasulpur Garhia is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Rasulpur Garhia 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 Rasulpur Garhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasulpur Garhia 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rasulpur Garhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasulpur Garhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rasulpur Garhia
Where is Rasulpur Garhia located?
Rasulpur Garhia village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasulpur Garhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasulpur Garhia is Rasoolpur Gadhiya.
What is the pincode of Rasulpur Garhia?
The pincode of Rasulpur Garhia is 242405.
What is the population of Rasulpur Garhia?
Rasulpur Garhia had a total population of 2,666, including 1,418 males and 1,248 females.
How many households are there in Rasulpur Garhia?
Rasulpur Garhia had 481 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasulpur Garhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasulpur Garhia was 62.40%. Male literacy was 73.14% and female literacy was 50.05%.