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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Raspahari village has a total population of 4,261 people, consisting of 2,189 males and 2,072 females. The village has 766 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 806 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,854 literate and 2,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raspahari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 4,261, including 2,189 males and 2,072 females.
How many households are there in Raspahari?
There are 766 households in Raspahari.
What is the literacy rate in Raspahari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raspahari is 43.51%. Male literacy is 53.27% and female literacy is 33.20%.