Ras - Jaitaran, Beawar
Ras is a village situated in the Jaitaran tehsil of Beawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from Jaitaran and around 125 km from Pali. Ras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ras is 090446. The village covers a total geographical area of 3301 hectares and falls under the 306101 pincode. Beawar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaitaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ras
According to the 2011 Census, Ras village had a total population of 9,511 people, including 4,973 males and 4,538 females, living in 1,881 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.21%, with male literacy at 77.74% and female literacy at 41.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,765, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 9,511 | 4,973 | 4,538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,795 | 943 | 852 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,765 | 923 | 842 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,646 | 3,133 | 1,513 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,865 | 1,840 | 3,025 |
Nearby Villages of Ras
Ras 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagatpura | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Kesarpura | West | 3.91 km |
| Roop Nagar | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Bassi@chainpura | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Bheevgarh | South | 5.03 km |
| Dayalpura | North | 5.32 km |
| Deoriya Raiputan | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Balupura | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Paliyawas | East | 5.91 km |
| Patan | South-West | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ras
Public transport in the Ras is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amarpura, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 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 Beawar to Ras is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Ras is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ras 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 km |
Health Facilities in Ras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ras
Where is Ras located?
Ras village is located in Jaitaran Tehsil, Beawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ras?
Ras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ras?
The pincode of Ras is 306101.
What is the population of Ras?
Ras had a total population of 9,511, including 4,973 males and 4,538 females.
How many households are there in Ras?
Ras had 1,881 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ras was 60.21%. Male literacy was 77.74% and female literacy was 41.05%.