Rara
Rara is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Rara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rara unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Rara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rara is 030721. The village spans a total geographical area of 966 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144202. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Rara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Rara
Population of Rara
According to the 2011 Census, Rara has a total population of about 1,656, with approximately 876 males and 780 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 199 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 493 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.63%, with male literacy at about 71.46% and female literacy near 63.33%. There are around 354 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,656 | 876 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 116 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 264 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 626 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 250 | 286 |
Connectivity of Rara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rara. As per the 2011 stats, Rara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Rara
Knowing the nearby villages of Rara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rara
- Where is Rara located?
- Rara village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rara?
- Rara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rara?
- The pincode of Rara is 144202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rara is 1,656, with 876 males and 780 females.
- How many households are there in Rara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rara village has a total of 354 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rara is 67.63%. The male literacy rate is 71.46%, while the female literacy rate is 63.33%.