Rat - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Rat is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kothipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rat is 019799. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Rat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rat
According to the 2011 Census, Rat village had a total population of 373 people, including 209 males and 164 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.85%, with male literacy at 90.76% and female literacy at 79.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 373 | 209 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 167 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 42 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Rat
Rat 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 Rat
Rat 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 | 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 Bilaspur to Rat is about 10 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 Rat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rat
Where is Rat located?
Rat village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rat?
The Gram Panchayat of Rat is Kothipura.
What is the pincode of Rat?
The pincode of Rat is 174001.
What is the population of Rat?
Rat had a total population of 373, including 209 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Rat?
Rat had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rat was 85.85%. Male literacy was 90.76% and female literacy was 79.43%.