Rau - Arki, Solan
Rau is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Palog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rau is 020243. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.97 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Rau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rau
According to the 2011 Census, Rau village had a total population of 51 people, including 22 males and 29 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,318 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 73.91%.
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 | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Rau
Rau 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 Rau
Rau 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Rau is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rau 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rau
Where is Rau located?
Rau village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rau?
The Gram Panchayat of Rau is Palog.
What is the pincode of Rau?
The pincode of Rau is 173208.
What is the population of Rau?
Rau had a total population of 51, including 22 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Rau?
Rau had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rau was 76.19%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 73.91%.