Ras

Ras is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Hiv is the gram panchayat of Ras village.

Ras has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ras

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ras is 552891. The village spans a total geographical area of 561.53 hectares. Bhiwandi Nizampur is nearest town to Ras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Ras

Below is a concise population overview of Ras as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 340 169 171
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 21 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 338 167 171
Literate Population 208 111 97
Illiterate Population 132 58 74

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ras village:

  • The total population of Ras village is around 340, including approximately 169 males and 171 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Ras village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ras village has 338 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ras village is about 61.18%, with male literacy at 65.68% and female literacy at 56.73%.
  • There are around 72 households in Ras village.

Connectivity of Ras

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ras. As per the 2011 stats, Ras had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ras

Knowing the nearby villages of Ras helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ras.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ras

Where is Ras located?
Ras village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ras?
The Gram Panchayat of Ras is Hiv (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ras as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ras is 340, with 169 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Ras as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ras village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ras as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ras is 61.18%. The male literacy rate is 65.68%, while the female literacy rate is 56.73%.