Rawa - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Rawa is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Rawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawa is 436049. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.67 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawa
According to the 2011 Census, Rawa village had a total population of 1,242 people, including 634 males and 608 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.80%, with male literacy at 54.69% and female literacy at 36.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,154.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 634 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 122 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,154 | 588 | 566 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 280 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 354 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Rawa
Rawa 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 Rawa
Rawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Katghora to Rawa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Rawa is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rawa
Where is Rawa located?
Rawa village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rawa?
Rawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rawa?
The pincode of Rawa is 495445.
What is the population of Rawa?
Rawa had a total population of 1,242, including 634 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Rawa?
Rawa had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawa was 45.80%. Male literacy was 54.69% and female literacy was 36.48%.