Raebareli is an important district of Uttar Pradesh with its headquarters at Raebareli city. The district is known for its role in India’s freedom movement, agricultural economy, major industrial establishments and historic places such as Dalmau. Raebareli district was created during British rule in 1858. Today it covers 4,043 sq. km and has a population of 29,03,507. Raebareli also has strong road and railway connectivity with Lucknow and other major cities of Uttar Pradesh.
Quick Overview of Raebareli District
| Particular | Details |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| Administrative Division | Lucknow Division |
| District Headquarters | Raebareli |
| District Formation | 1858 |
| Area | 4,043 sq. km |
| Population | 29,03,507 |
| Literacy Rate | 68.41% |
| Tehsils/Subdivisions | 6 |
| Development Blocks | 18 |
| Gram Panchayats | 989 |
| Villages | 1,574 |
| Urban Local Bodies | 9 |
| Main Court | District Court, Raebareli |
| Main Railway Station | Raebareli Junction |
| Railway Station Code | RBL |
| Railway Zone | Northern Railway |
| Railway Division | Lucknow Division |
| Main Raebareli PIN Code | 229001 |
| Nearest Major Airport | Lucknow Airport |
| Official District Website | raebareli.nic.in |
The district administration records 989 Gram Panchayats and 1,574 villages, while Census-based district figures show a literacy rate of 68.41%.
Location of Raebareli District
Raebareli lies in the central part of Uttar Pradesh and is closely connected with Lucknow. The district headquarters is around 82 km from Lucknow’s Amausi airport, making Lucknow the most convenient major city for air connections.
The district forms part of the wider Awadh region. Raebareli city is an important road junction for travel towards Lucknow, Prayagraj, Pratapgarh, Unnao and neighbouring areas.
The Sai River passes through the district, while the Ganga forms an important geographical feature around the historic Dalmau area.
Raebareli also has several major industrial establishments. The district administration highlights units such as NTPC Unchahar, the Rail Coach Factory at Lalganj and Indian Telephone Industries.
Administration of Raebareli District
Raebareli city is the district administrative headquarters. The district administration works through the Collectorate, tehsil offices, development blocks and local bodies.
There are six tehsils/subdivisions:
- Raebareli
- Dalmau
- Lalganj
- Unchahar
- Maharajganj
- Salon
Each subdivision is administered through its respective Sub-Divisional Magistrate and revenue setup.
The district has 18 development blocks:
- Amawan
- Bachhrawan
- Sataon
- Dalmau
- Harchandpur
- Kheeron
- Lalganj
- Maharajganj
- Jagatpur
- Rahi
- Rohaniya
- Sareni
- Shivgarh
- Deen Shah Gaura
- Unchahar
- Deeh
- Chatoh
- Salon
Development administration at block level covers rural schemes, Panchayat-related programmes and local development work.
Municipalities and Urban Local Bodies
Raebareli district currently has nine urban local bodies.
These include:
- Nagar Palika Parishad Raebareli
- Nagar Panchayat Bachhrawan
- Nagar Panchayat Dalmau
- Nagar Panchayat Lalganj
- Nagar Panchayat Maharajganj
- Nagar Panchayat Naserabad
- Nagar Panchayat Parsadepur
- Nagar Panchayat Salon
- Nagar Panchayat Unchahar
These bodies manage sanitation, local roads, drainage, street lighting and other civic services.
Raebareli District Court
The principal judicial establishment is the District Court, Raebareli. The district administration records one District Court along with 30 other courts functioning in the district.
The wider judicial structure includes civil, criminal, family and subordinate courts. Outlying courts also function at locations including Lalganj, Salon and Unchahar.
Citizens can use official eCourts services to check:
- Case status
- Hearing dates
- Cause lists
- Court orders
- Case numbers
- CNR details
District Court Location
The main court complex is located in the Kachehri area of Raebareli city.
A practical address is:
District Court/Kachehri Campus, Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh – 229001
India Post records confirm the Kutchery Campus postal area under PIN 229001.
The court is centrally located and can be reached from the railway station and main parts of the city by autorickshaw, e-rickshaw or taxi.
Raebareli Railway Station
Raebareli Junction is the principal railway station serving the district headquarters.
Railway Station Code: RBL
The station belongs to Northern Railway and comes under the Lucknow Division. Railway classification records place Raebareli Junction in the NSG-3 category.
Raebareli Junction lies on important railway routes connecting the city towards:
- Lucknow
- Prayagraj
- Varanasi
- Pratapgarh
- Unnao
- Other destinations in northern India
The district administration confirms that regular trains connect Raebareli with major cities.
Raebareli Railway Station Location
Raebareli Junction is located on:
Railway Station Road, Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh
The station is within the main city and is easily accessible from markets, hotels, government offices and residential areas. Railway information sources place the station on Railway Station Road and identify it as an important Northern Railway junction.
Local transport around the station generally includes:
- Autorickshaws
- E-rickshaws
- Taxis
- Local buses
- Private vehicles
Road Connectivity
Raebareli has regular bus and road connections with Lucknow and other major cities. The district’s location provides convenient road access towards:
- Lucknow
- Prayagraj
- Unnao
- Pratapgarh
- Ayodhya-side routes
- Kanpur region
Raebareli’s official travel information confirms that regular bus services connect the district with other major cities.
Nearest Airport to Raebareli
Raebareli does not have a major scheduled commercial airport of its own.
The district administration identifies Lucknow Airport at Amausi as the nearest major airport, approximately 82 km from Raebareli.
Travellers can continue from Lucknow to Raebareli by road or rail.
Raebareli Pin Code
The main PIN code of Raebareli city is 229001.
India Post lists:
Raebarely – 229001.
Other important postal codes in the district include:
- Salon – 229127
- Dalmau – 229203
- Khiro – 229205
- Lalganj – 229206
- Murai Ka Bagh – 229207
- ITI Raebareli – 229010
Therefore, 229001 should not be used for every address in Raebareli district. The exact PIN depends on the locality and serving post office.
Major Tourist Places in Raebareli District
Dalmau
Dalmau is a historic town on the banks of the Ganga. Attractions include King Dal’s Fort, Bara Math, Mahesh Giri Math, the Nirala Memorial and several historic structures.
Samaspur Bird Sanctuary
Samaspur Bird Sanctuary is located in Rohaniya block and covers about 799 hectares. It attracts numerous migratory and resident bird species.
Indira Gandhi Memorial Botanical Garden
The botanical garden lies on the northern bank of the Sai River beside the Lucknow–Varanasi highway and contains medicinal, cultural and ornamental plant collections.
Behta Bridge
Behta Bridge is an unusual aqueduct on the outskirts of Raebareli where the Sharda Canal crosses above the Sai River.
FAQs About Raebareli District
Q. Is Raebareli practical for a day trip from Lucknow?
Yes. Raebareli is around 82 km from Lucknow Airport and has direct road and rail connectivity. A day trip is practical if the plan is limited to Raebareli city and one nearby attraction rather than several distant parts of the district.
Q. When is the best time to visit Samaspur Bird Sanctuary?
The district tourism department recommends November to March, when migratory birds are present and the weather is generally more suitable for birdwatching.
Q. Should I stay in Raebareli city if I want to visit Dalmau?
Raebareli city can work as a base, but Dalmau is about 30 km away by road. Visitors mainly interested in Dalmau’s ghats and historic sites should start early and allow enough time for the road journey.
Q. Can Behta Bridge and the Botanical Garden be covered on the same outing?
Yes. Both are on or near the Raebareli city side and are much easier to combine than attractions farther across the district. Behta Bridge is about 12 km from Raebareli railway station, while the Botanical Garden is about 14 km from the station according to the district tourism pages.
