Rahuwas - Rahuwas, Dausa
Rahuwas is a village situated in the Rahuwas tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Lalsot and around 28 km from Dausa. Rahuwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahuwas is 078731. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.65 hectares and falls under the 303505 pincode. Lalsot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rahuwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalsot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rahuwas
As per Census 2011, Rahuwas village has a total population of 1,952 people, consisting of 1,018 males and 934 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,514 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahuwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,952 | 1,018 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 176 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,514 | 789 | 725 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 692 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 326 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Rahuwas
Rahuwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patalwas | South | 0.68 km |
| Kootalwas | North | 1.00 km |
| Chak Patalwas | South | 1.13 km |
| Shri Ramchandrapura | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Khera Patalwas | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Baroli | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Mohanpura | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Barh Tusadri | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Dholawas | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Kalyanpura | West | 1.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rahuwas
Rahuwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhandana, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalsot to Rahuwas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dausa to Rahuwas is about 28 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 Rahuwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahuwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rahuwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahuwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rahuwas
Where is Rahuwas located?
Rahuwas village is located in Rahuwas Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahuwas?
Rahuwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rahuwas?
The pincode of Rahuwas is 303505.
What is the population of Rahuwas?
Rahuwas has a total population of 1,952, including 1,018 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Rahuwas?
There are 283 households in Rahuwas.
What is the literacy rate in Rahuwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahuwas is 57.68%. Male literacy is 67.98% and female literacy is 46.47%.