Raogarh - Thanesar, Kurukshetra
Raogarh is a village situated in the Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thanesar and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Raogarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raogarh is 058510. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 136119 pincode. Kurukshtera is the nearest town.
Raogarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanesar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raogarh
According to the 2011 Census, Raogarh village had a total population of 963 people, including 515 males and 448 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.17%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 963 | 515 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 390 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 125 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Raogarh
Raogarh 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 Raogarh
Public transport in the Raogarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raogarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kurukshetra to Raogarh is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raogarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raogarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raogarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raogarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raogarh
Where is Raogarh located?
Raogarh village is located in Thanesar Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raogarh?
Raogarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raogarh?
The pincode of Raogarh is 136119.
What is the population of Raogarh?
Raogarh had a total population of 963, including 515 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Raogarh?
Raogarh had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raogarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raogarh was 78.17%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 66.67%.