Raosi - Chirgaon, Shimla
Raosi is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Gaonsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raosi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raosi is 026547. The village covers a total geographical area of 665.4 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Raosi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Raosi
According to the 2011 Census, Raosi village had a total population of 234 people, including 115 males and 119 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.36%, with male literacy at 74.29% and female literacy at 58.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 234 | 115 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 78 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 37 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Raosi
Raosi 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 Raosi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raosi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Raosi is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raosi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raosi 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 Raosi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raosi 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 Raosi
Where is Raosi located?
Raosi village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raosi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raosi is Gaonsari.
What is the pincode of Raosi?
The pincode of Raosi is 171208.
What is the population of Raosi?
Raosi had a total population of 234, including 115 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Raosi?
Raosi had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raosi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raosi was 66.36%. Male literacy was 74.29% and female literacy was 58.72%.