Rutawan Village - Rajpur, Rohtas
Rutawan is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Rotwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rutawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rutawan is 251493. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 802219 pincode. Bikramganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Rutawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rutawan
As per Census 2011, Rutawan village has a total population of 2,758 people, consisting of 1,456 males and 1,302 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,780 literate and 978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rutawan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,758 | 1,456 | 1,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 219 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 131 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,780 | 1,067 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 389 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Rutawan
Rutawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madanpur | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Bhaon | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Baghaila | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Chanki | West | 1.47 km |
| Eghara | North | 1.58 km |
| Suara | East | 1.62 km |
| Karmahi | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Kusadhar | East | 2.10 km |
| Chanp | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Parasia | North | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rutawan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rutawan. The nearest railway station is Garhnokha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikramganj to Rutawan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Rutawan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rutawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rutawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rutawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rutawan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rutawan
Where is Rutawan located?
Rutawan village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rutawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rutawan is Rotwan.
What is the pincode of Rutawan?
The pincode of Rutawan is 802219.
What is the population of Rutawan?
Rutawan has a total population of 2,758, including 1,456 males and 1,302 females.
How many households are there in Rutawan?
There are 400 households in Rutawan.
What is the literacy rate in Rutawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rutawan is 64.54%. Male literacy is 73.28% and female literacy is 54.76%.