Rara - Talbehat, Lalitpur
Rara is a village situated in the Talbehat tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talbehat and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Rara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rara is 152937. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.22 hectares and falls under the 284126 pincode. Talbehat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalitpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rara
According to the 2011 Census, Rara village had a total population of 1,022 people, including 537 males and 485 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.03%, with male literacy at 64.72% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 1,022 | 537 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 139 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 288 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 249 | 317 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Talbehat to Rara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lalitpur to Rara is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talbehat Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 284126.
What is the population of Rara?
Rara had a total population of 1,022, including 537 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Rara?
Rara had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rara was 54.03%. Male literacy was 64.72% and female literacy was 42.11%.