Rautan - Rup Nagar, Rupnagar
Rautan is a village situated in the Rup Nagar tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from Rupnagar and around 6 km from Rupnagar. Bhaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rautan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautan is 038681. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 140001 pincode. Rupnagar is the nearest town.
Rautan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garhshankar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rautan
According to the 2011 Census, Rautan village had a total population of 59 people, including 30 males and 29 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 78.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Rautan
Rautan 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 Rautan
Rautan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rautan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Rautan is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rautan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rautan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rautan
Where is Rautan located?
Rautan village is located in Rup Nagar Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rautan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautan is Bhaini.
What is the pincode of Rautan?
The pincode of Rautan is 140001.
What is the population of Rautan?
Rautan had a total population of 59, including 30 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Rautan?
Rautan had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rautan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautan was 79.59%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 78.26%.