Roora - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Roora 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Bijaura Bijauriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roora is 132905. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.53 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Roora 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 Roora
As per Census 2011, Roora village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 230 males and 223 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 230 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 159 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 71 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Roora
Roora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Himmatpur | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Bhopatpur | North | 1.33 km |
| Haripur M.bhatnausa | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Piparia Birsinghpur | South | 1.88 km |
| Bijaura Bijauria | West | 1.88 km |
| Khamaria Gadiyana | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Udra Biran | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Rampur Khurd | North | 2.55 km |
| Daulatpur M.tah | South | 2.74 km |
| Kajri Mu. Bhatnausa | South-East | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Roora. The nearest railway station is Mailani, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Roora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Roora is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Roora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Roora
Where is Roora located?
Roora village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roora?
The Gram Panchayat of Roora is Bijaura Bijauriya.
What is the pincode of Roora?
The pincode of Roora is 242405.
What is the population of Roora?
Roora has a total population of 453, including 230 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Roora?
There are 74 households in Roora.
What is the literacy rate in Roora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roora is 63.36%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 57.40%.