Raur - Raja Ka Talab, Kangra
Raur is a village situated in the Raja Ka Talab tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Rehan Ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raur is 008553. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.35 hectares and falls under the 176022 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Raur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raur
As per Census 2011, Raur village has a total population of 709 people, consisting of 345 males and 364 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 709 | 345 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 280 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 65 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Raur
Raur 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 Raur
Raur 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 Raur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Raur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Raur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raur
Where is Raur located?
Raur village is located in Raja Ka Talab Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raur is Rehan Ii.
What is the pincode of Raur?
The pincode of Raur is 176022.
What is the population of Raur?
Raur has a total population of 709, including 345 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Raur?
There are 170 households in Raur.
What is the literacy rate in Raur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raur is 77.72%. Male literacy is 81.16% and female literacy is 74.45%.