The only way that a restraining order will be issued to keep HIM away from YOU is if you request it. If you request it, then you will be informed of all the stipulations.
If HE issues a RO against YOU, then I believe the agency is required to notify you. I may be wrong, and someone please correct me if I am, both parties have to be present (in court) or served papers for it to go into effect.
If he was arrested and was released on a personal bond, then he has to sign an agreement before he leaves the jail regarding the stipulations of the bond. In violence cases, they pretty much always put some type of restraining order in there.
I'm not quite sure, but it sounds like he assaulted you and you're wanting to contact him? If that's the case, I would highly advise against it. If you need to get belongings, call the local sheriff and ask if someone could escort you to his property to collect your things.
If you're just wanting to talk or miss him, then just wait. The initial shock of an event like this (if its his first time assaulting you) is huge. You're probably going through remorse like anyone would in a break up. If this is his 1st time and it was COMPLETELY out of the ordinary, evaluate the situation. If he was drunk or high, then ask the court to make him attend AA or NA meetings. If its not his 1st, GET THE HELL OUT. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but people do not change. If his behavior was affected by outside influences, like drugs or alcohol, then that may explain it, but he needs to stop using those things or it could happen again. If he's done it before this incident, he WILL DO IT AGAIN. Domestic abuse is a very serious subject that should not taken lightly. No matter the situation, he should attend anger management classes.
I hope I've helped somewhat. Please go through this process with a lot of caution. If you can, you should seek counselling as well. This will help you understand your view of him and the situation, see if you're attached to him because you need to be loved or because he's worth loving. Good luck to you. And I hope, for you sake and his, that this was a freak occurance.