Ratanpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Madarganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 240216. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ratanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanpur village had a total population of 1,010 people, including 552 males and 458 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.74%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 53.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 1,010 | 552 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 109 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 321 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 231 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpur
Ratanpur 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 Ratanpur
Public transport in the Ratanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ratanpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Ratanpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Ratanpur is about 39 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 Ratanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Madarganj.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 813204.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had a total population of 1,010, including 552 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur was 63.74%. Male literacy was 72.46% and female literacy was 53.46%.