Rara - Sulah, Kangra
Rara is a village situated in the Sulah tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from Dharmsala. Radda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rara is 011617. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.56 hectares and falls under the 176083 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Rara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rara
As per Census 2011, Rara village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 131 males and 132 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 109 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 22 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Rara
Rara 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 Rara
Rara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharmsala to Rara is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rara 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rara
Where is Rara located?
Rara village is located in Sulah Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rara?
The Gram Panchayat of Rara is Radda.
What is the pincode of Rara?
The pincode of Rara is 176083.
What is the population of Rara?
Rara has a total population of 263, including 131 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Rara?
There are 65 households in Rara.
What is the literacy rate in Rara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rara is 75.29%. Male literacy is 83.21% and female literacy is 67.42%.