Rawa - Shahbad, Kurukshetra
Rawa is a village situated in the Shahbad tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahbad and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Rawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawa is 058322. The village covers a total geographical area of 559 hectares and falls under the 136135 pincode. Shahbad is the nearest town.
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 Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawa
According to the 2011 Census, Rawa village had a total population of 2,762 people, including 1,472 males and 1,290 females, living in 538 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.85%, with male literacy at 85.53% and female literacy at 64.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 715.
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 | 2,762 | 1,472 | 1,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 180 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 715 | 387 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,847 | 1,105 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 367 | 548 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Rawa is about 33 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 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rawa
Where is Rawa located?
Rawa village is located in Shahbad Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, 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 136135.
What is the population of Rawa?
Rawa had a total population of 2,762, including 1,472 males and 1,290 females.
How many households are there in Rawa?
Rawa had 538 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawa was 75.85%. Male literacy was 85.53% and female literacy was 64.92%.