Raqhaupur - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Raqhaupur is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Vaivha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raqhaupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raqhaupur is 133463. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.31 hectares and falls under the 242307 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Raqhaupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raqhaupur
According to the 2011 Census, Raqhaupur village had a total population of 503 people, including 271 males and 232 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.69%, with male literacy at 66.36% and female literacy at 45.55%.
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 | 503 | 271 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 146 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 125 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Raqhaupur
Raqhaupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gokulpur Nauadia | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Kankliya Dharampur | West | 1.33 km |
| Siura | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Baibaha | North | 1.59 km |
| Bhamauri | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Behta Khas | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Baisara Baisari | South | 2.24 km |
| Govindpur | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Saidapur | East | 2.86 km |
| Behata Muradpur | North | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raqhaupur
Raqhaupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Miranpur Katra, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.8 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Raqhaupur is about 40 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 Raqhaupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raqhaupur 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 Raqhaupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raqhaupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raqhaupur
Where is Raqhaupur located?
Raqhaupur village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raqhaupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raqhaupur is Vaivha.
What is the pincode of Raqhaupur?
The pincode of Raqhaupur is 242307.
What is the population of Raqhaupur?
Raqhaupur had a total population of 503, including 271 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Raqhaupur?
Raqhaupur had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raqhaupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raqhaupur was 56.69%. Male literacy was 66.36% and female literacy was 45.55%.