Rawai - Lundra, Surguja
Rawai is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Ravai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawai is 433349. The village covers a total geographical area of 1177 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawai
As per Census 2011, Rawai village has a total population of 1,222 people, consisting of 609 males and 613 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 821 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,007 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rawai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 609 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,007 | 502 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 236 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 373 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Rawai
Rawai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumardih | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Chitarpur | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Pondi Khurd | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Kachhar | West | 3.79 km |
| Sapda | South | 3.96 km |
| Koilari | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Dangari | East | 4.79 km |
| Kakni | West | 4.80 km |
| Chalgali | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Raghupur | North | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rawai
Public transport in the Rawai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.6 km.
| 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 Rajpur to Rawai is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Rawai is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rawai
Where is Rawai located?
Rawai village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Rawai is Ravai.
What is the pincode of Rawai?
The pincode of Rawai is 497101.
What is the population of Rawai?
Rawai has a total population of 1,222, including 609 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Rawai?
There are 278 households in Rawai.
What is the literacy rate in Rawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawai is 32.82%. Male literacy is 38.75% and female literacy is 26.92%.