Raurh - Solan
Raurh is a village situated in the Solan tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Jabal Jhamrot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raurh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raurh is 021751. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.57 hectares and falls under the 173212 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Raurh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raurh
As per Census 2011, Raurh village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 109 males and 91 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raurh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 109 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 91 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Raurh
Raurh 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 Raurh
Raurh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Solan to Raurh is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raurh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raurh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raurh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raurh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raurh
Where is Raurh located?
Raurh village is located in Solan Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raurh?
The Gram Panchayat of Raurh is Jabal Jhamrot.
What is the pincode of Raurh?
The pincode of Raurh is 173212.
What is the population of Raurh?
Raurh has a total population of 200, including 109 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Raurh?
There are 39 households in Raurh.
What is the literacy rate in Raurh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raurh is 78.50%. Male literacy is 83.49% and female literacy is 72.53%.