Rasat - Ronhat, Sirmaur
Rasat is a village situated in the Ronhat tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Rast serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasat is 023473. The village covers a total geographical area of 705 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Rasat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rasat
According to the 2011 Census, Rasat village had a total population of 2,336 people, including 1,269 males and 1,067 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.87%, with male literacy at 76.91% and female literacy at 59.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,121.
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 | 2,336 | 1,269 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 195 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,121 | 606 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,352 | 826 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 443 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Rasat
Rasat 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 Rasat
Rasat 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 Nahan to Rasat is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rasat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rasat
Where is Rasat located?
Rasat village is located in Ronhat Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rasat?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasat is Rast.
What is the pincode of Rasat?
The pincode of Rasat is 173027.
What is the population of Rasat?
Rasat had a total population of 2,336, including 1,269 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Rasat?
Rasat had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasat was 68.87%. Male literacy was 76.91% and female literacy was 59.17%.