Ras - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Ras is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khuddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ras is 013556. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.9 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Ras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ras
According to the 2011 Census, Ras village had a total population of 95 people, including 44 males and 51 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.71%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 61.70%.
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 | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 8 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Ras
Ras 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 Ras
Public transport in the Ras is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Ras is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ras 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ras
Where is Ras located?
Ras village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ras?
The Gram Panchayat of Ras is Khuddi.
What is the pincode of Ras?
The pincode of Ras is 175016.
What is the population of Ras?
Ras had a total population of 95, including 44 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Ras?
Ras had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ras was 74.71%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 61.70%.