Ras - Borsad, Anand
Ras is a village situated in the Borsad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Borsad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Ras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ras is 517105. The village covers a total geographical area of 1281.27 hectares and falls under the 388570 pincode. Borsad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borsad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ras
As per Census 2011, Ras village has a total population of 6,755 people, consisting of 3,541 males and 3,214 females. The village has 1,520 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 699 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,892 literate and 1,863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,755 | 3,541 | 3,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 699 | 364 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 204 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4,892 | 2,793 | 2,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,863 | 748 | 1,115 |
Nearby Villages of Ras
Ras 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 Ras
Ras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ras.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borsad to Ras is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Ras is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ras 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ras
Where is Ras located?
Ras village is located in Borsad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ras?
Ras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ras?
The pincode of Ras is 388570.
What is the population of Ras?
Ras has a total population of 6,755, including 3,541 males and 3,214 females.
How many households are there in Ras?
There are 1,520 households in Ras.
What is the literacy rate in Ras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ras is 72.42%. Male literacy is 78.88% and female literacy is 65.31%.