Raspahari - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Raspahari is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Raspahari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raspahari is 214132. The village covers a total geographical area of 980.3 hectares and falls under the 231221 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Raspahari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raspahari
According to the 2011 Census, Raspahari village had a total population of 4,261 people, including 2,189 males and 2,072 females, living in 766 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.66%, with male literacy at 65.40% and female literacy at 41.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,158.
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 | 4,261 | 2,189 | 2,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 806 | 406 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 156 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,158 | 1,614 | 1,544 |
| Literate Population | 1,854 | 1,166 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,407 | 1,023 | 1,384 |
Nearby Villages of Raspahari
Raspahari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairahi | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Aurahawa | West | 2.38 km |
| Kushmaha | East | 2.89 km |
| Kundadih | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Darihara | West | 3.92 km |
| Baliyari | South | 3.96 km |
| Kirawani | North | 4.07 km |
| Govindpur | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Mewarpur | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Parani | South-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raspahari
Raspahari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Raspahari is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raspahari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raspahari 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 Raspahari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raspahari 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 Raspahari
Where is Raspahari located?
Raspahari village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raspahari?
Raspahari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raspahari?
The pincode of Raspahari is 231221.
What is the population of Raspahari?
Raspahari had a total population of 4,261, including 2,189 males and 2,072 females.
How many households are there in Raspahari?
Raspahari had 766 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raspahari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raspahari was 53.66%. Male literacy was 65.40% and female literacy was 41.15%.