Raheempur - Roorkee, Haridwar
Raheempur is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Roorkee and around 37 km from Hardwar. Raheempur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raheempur is 056498. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.5 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Raheempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirankaliyar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raheempur
As per Census 2011, Raheempur village has a total population of 3,795 people, consisting of 1,988 males and 1,807 females. The village has 689 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 608 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,426 literate and 1,369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raheempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,795 | 1,988 | 1,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 608 | 319 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 333 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 2,426 | 1,407 | 1,019 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,369 | 581 | 788 |
Nearby Villages of Raheempur
Raheempur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raheempur
Raheempur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Raheempur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Raheempur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Raheempur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raheempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raheempur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Raheempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raheempur 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raheempur
Where is Raheempur located?
Raheempur village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raheempur?
Raheempur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raheempur?
The pincode of Raheempur is 247667.
What is the population of Raheempur?
Raheempur has a total population of 3,795, including 1,988 males and 1,807 females.
How many households are there in Raheempur?
There are 689 households in Raheempur.
What is the literacy rate in Raheempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raheempur is 63.93%. Male literacy is 70.77% and female literacy is 56.39%.