Rutaul - Lakhnaur, Madhubani
Rutaul is a village situated in the Lakhnaur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnaur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Madanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rutaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rutaul is 220817. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.6 hectares and falls under the 847403 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rutaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rutaul
As per Census 2011, Rutaul village has a total population of 1,784 people, consisting of 944 males and 840 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rutaul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 944 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 143 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 655 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 289 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Rutaul
Rutaul 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 Rutaul
Rutaul 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 Rutaul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhanjharpur to Rutaul is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Rutaul is about 35 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 Rutaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rutaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rutaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rutaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rutaul
Where is Rutaul located?
Rutaul village is located in Lakhnaur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rutaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Rutaul is Madanpur.
What is the pincode of Rutaul?
The pincode of Rutaul is 847403.
What is the population of Rutaul?
Rutaul has a total population of 1,784, including 944 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Rutaul?
There are 389 households in Rutaul.
What is the literacy rate in Rutaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rutaul is 57.85%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 44.88%.