Rana - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Rana is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Rana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rana is 030897. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Rana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rana
As per Census 2011, Rana village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 285 males and 246 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 285 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 135 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 225 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 60 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Rana
Rana 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 Rana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Rana is about 28 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 Rana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rana
Where is Rana located?
Rana village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rana?
Rana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rana?
The pincode of Rana is 144207.
What is the population of Rana?
Rana has a total population of 531, including 285 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Rana?
There are 104 households in Rana.
What is the literacy rate in Rana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rana is 76.84%. Male literacy is 78.95% and female literacy is 74.39%.