Rah - Raah, Vav-Tharad
Rah is a village situated in the Raah taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Tharad and around 85 km from Palanpur. Rah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rah is 507544. The village covers a total geographical area of 2055.91 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Rah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rah
As per Census 2011, Rah village has a total population of 5,611 people, consisting of 2,898 males and 2,713 females. The village has 861 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,017 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,938 literate and 2,673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 757 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 375 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,611 | 2,898 | 2,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,017 | 532 | 485 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 408 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 188 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 2,938 | 1,860 | 1,078 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,673 | 1,038 | 1,635 |
Nearby Villages of Rah
Rah 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 Rah
Rah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Rah is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Rah is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rah
Where is Rah located?
Rah village is located in Raah Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rah?
Rah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rah?
The pincode of Rah is 385310.
What is the population of Rah?
Rah has a total population of 5,611, including 2,898 males and 2,713 females.
How many households are there in Rah?
There are 861 households in Rah.
What is the literacy rate in Rah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rah is 52.36%. Male literacy is 64.18% and female literacy is 39.73%.