Rar - Mansa
Rar is a village situated in the Mansa tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 27 km from Mansa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Rarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rar is 036156. The village covers a total geographical area of 799.17 hectares and falls under the 151510 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town.
Rar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rar
As per Census 2011, Rar village has a total population of 2,351 people, consisting of 1,250 males and 1,101 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 1,010 illiterate residents. Additionally, 567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,351 | 1,250 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 105 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 297 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 791 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 459 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Rar
Rar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Burj Jhabran | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Aklia | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Pirkot | West | 3.67 km |
| Burj Dhilwan | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Chauke | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Sooch | West | 6.74 km |
| Bhaini Choohar | South-West | 6.90 km |
| Rura Khurd | North | 6.92 km |
| Ralla | South-East | 7.38 km |
| Balho | North | 7.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rar
Rar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotli Kalan, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| 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 Mansa to Rar is about 27 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 Rar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rar
Where is Rar located?
Rar village is located in Mansa Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rar is Rarh.
What is the pincode of Rar?
The pincode of Rar is 151510.
What is the population of Rar?
Rar has a total population of 2,351, including 1,250 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Rar?
There are 431 households in Rar.
What is the literacy rate in Rar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rar is 57.04%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 49.95%.