Ratani Pathar - Margherita, Tinsukia
Ratani Pathar is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Buridihing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratani Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratani Pathar is 290798. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.81 hectares and falls under the 786174 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Ratani Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratani Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Ratani Pathar village had a total population of 421 people, including 203 males and 218 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.96%, with male literacy at 88.20% and female literacy at 68.11%.
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 | 421 | 203 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 157 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 46 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Ratani Pathar
Ratani Pathar 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 Ratani Pathar
Ratani Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Ratani Pathar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Ratani Pathar is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratani Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratani Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratani Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratani Pathar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratani Pathar
Where is Ratani Pathar located?
Ratani Pathar village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratani Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratani Pathar is Buridihing.
What is the pincode of Ratani Pathar?
The pincode of Ratani Pathar is 786174.
What is the population of Ratani Pathar?
Ratani Pathar had a total population of 421, including 203 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Ratani Pathar?
Ratani Pathar had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratani Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratani Pathar was 77.96%. Male literacy was 88.20% and female literacy was 68.11%.