Raro - Dandai, Garhwa
Raro is a village situated in the Dandai subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dandai and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Raro village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raro is 347575. The village covers a total geographical area of 1708 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode. Garhea is the nearest town.
Raro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raro
As per Census 2011, Raro village has a total population of 7,133 people, consisting of 3,518 males and 3,615 females. The village has 1,419 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,212 literate and 3,921 illiterate residents. Additionally, 915 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,335 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,133 | 3,518 | 3,615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,366 | 715 | 651 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 915 | 470 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,335 | 1,097 | 1,238 |
| Literate Population | 3,212 | 1,944 | 1,268 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,921 | 1,574 | 2,347 |
Nearby Villages of Raro
Raro is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bulka Alias Bairia Damar | North | 2.31 km |
| Lawahi Khurd | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Panghatwa | West | 3.28 km |
| Lawadohar Alias Phulwar | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Naudiha Alias Suarjangha | South | 3.52 km |
| Lawahi Kalan | East | 4.13 km |
| Baulia | North | 4.14 km |
| Bishunia | North | 4.25 km |
| Telari | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Dandai | North-East | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raro
Raro is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramna, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Raro is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raro
Where is Raro located?
Raro village is located in Dandai Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raro?
Raro is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raro?
The pincode of Raro is 822133.
What is the population of Raro?
Raro has a total population of 7,133, including 3,518 males and 3,615 females.
How many households are there in Raro?
There are 1,419 households in Raro.
What is the literacy rate in Raro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raro is 45.03%. Male literacy is 55.26% and female literacy is 35.08%.