Rasota - Arang, Raipur
Rasota is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Rasota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasota is 444459. The village covers a total geographical area of 402.49 hectares and falls under the 493441 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rasota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rasota
As per Census 2011, Rasota village has a total population of 1,349 people, consisting of 678 males and 671 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 765 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 739 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,349 | 678 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 112 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 739 | 378 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 447 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 231 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Rasota
Rasota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semariya -1 | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Kusmund | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Kesla | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Amodi | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Tulsi-i (tulsi) | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Parsada-1 (parsada) | East | 2.76 km |
| Kagdehi | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Karmandi | East | 3.61 km |
| Sankari-1(sankari) | North | 3.71 km |
| Samoda | South | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rasota
Rasota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Belsonda, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Rasota is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Rasota is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasota 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rasota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasota 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 Rasota
Where is Rasota located?
Rasota village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasota?
Rasota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rasota?
The pincode of Rasota is 493441.
What is the population of Rasota?
Rasota has a total population of 1,349, including 678 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Rasota?
There are 294 households in Rasota.
What is the literacy rate in Rasota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasota is 56.71%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 47.39%.