Rai - Kolaras, Shivpuri
Rai is a village situated in the Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaras and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Rai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rai is 455867. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.47 hectares and falls under the 473774 pincode. Kolaras is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Rai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rai
As per Census 2011, Rai village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 349 males and 276 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 790 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 349 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 58 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 174 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 254 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 95 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Rai
Rai 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 Rai
Rai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolaras to Rai is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Rai is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rai
Where is Rai located?
Rai village is located in Kolaras Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rai?
Rai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rai?
The pincode of Rai is 473774.
What is the population of Rai?
Rai has a total population of 625, including 349 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Rai?
There are 145 households in Rai.
What is the literacy rate in Rai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rai is 64.96%. Male literacy is 72.78% and female literacy is 55.07%.