Rara - Payal, Ludhiana
Rara is a village situated in the Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Payal and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Rara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rara is 033319. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 141419 pincode. Payal is the nearest town.
Rara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rara
According to the 2011 Census, Rara village had a total population of 1,309 people, including 668 males and 641 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.63%, with male literacy at 80.78% and female literacy at 72.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 935.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 668 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 80 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 935 | 467 | 468 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 475 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 193 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Rara
Rara 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 Rara
Rara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ludhiana to Rara 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 Rara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rara 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 Rara
Where is Rara located?
Rara village is located in Payal Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rara?
Rara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rara?
The pincode of Rara is 141419.
What is the population of Rara?
Rara had a total population of 1,309, including 668 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Rara?
Rara had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rara was 76.63%. Male literacy was 80.78% and female literacy was 72.16%.