Raswan Kalan - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Raswan Kalan is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Raswan Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raswan Kalan is 132966. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Raswan Kalan 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 Raswan Kalan
As per Census 2011, Raswan Kalan village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 389 males and 297 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 763 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raswan Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 389 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 318 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 199 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 190 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Raswan Kalan
Raswan Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Himanchalpur | North-East | 0.63 km |
| Rampur Patiyat | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Barwatpur | West | 1.17 km |
| Raswan Khurd | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Nihalpur | East | 1.80 km |
| Khutar Khas | South | 1.86 km |
| Kharagpur | North | 1.92 km |
| Rath | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Gehuwan | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Fattepur Kalan | South-East | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raswan Kalan
Raswan Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mailani, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shahjahanpur to Raswan Kalan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Raswan Kalan is about 52 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 Raswan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raswan Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raswan Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raswan Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raswan Kalan
Where is Raswan Kalan located?
Raswan Kalan village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raswan Kalan?
Raswan Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raswan Kalan?
The pincode of Raswan Kalan is 242405.
What is the population of Raswan Kalan?
Raswan Kalan has a total population of 686, including 389 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Raswan Kalan?
There are 120 households in Raswan Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Raswan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raswan Kalan is 45.34%. Male literacy is 51.16% and female literacy is 37.71%.