Rawan - Suhela, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Rawan is a village situated in the Suhela tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Simga and around 71 km from Raipur. Rawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawan is 443574. The village covers a total geographical area of 1233.03 hectares and falls under the 493196 pincode. Raipur is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Rawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawan
As per Census 2011, Rawan village has a total population of 5,097 people, consisting of 2,656 males and 2,441 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 647 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,798 literate and 1,299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,097 | 2,656 | 2,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 647 | 324 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 177 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 3,798 | 2,139 | 1,659 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 517 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Rawan
Rawan 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 Rawan
Rawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raipur to Rawan is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rawan
Where is Rawan located?
Rawan village is located in Suhela Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawan?
Rawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rawan?
The pincode of Rawan is 493196.
What is the population of Rawan?
Rawan has a total population of 5,097, including 2,656 males and 2,441 females.
How many households are there in Rawan?
There are 1,137 households in Rawan.
What is the literacy rate in Rawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawan is 74.51%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 67.96%.