Ratanpurwa - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Ratanpurwa is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bairagi Sonbarsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpurwa is 216085. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.3 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ratanpurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpurwa
As per Census 2011, Ratanpurwa village has a total population of 1,482 people, consisting of 777 males and 705 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 539 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,482 | 777 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 133 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 181 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 345 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 432 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpurwa
Ratanpurwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bairagi Sonbarsa | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Marjadpur | South | 1.74 km |
| Shiwraha | West | 2.07 km |
| Kerai Berai | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Kataha | North | 2.57 km |
| Dholbajwa | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Ramauliya | South | 3.10 km |
| Bairati | East | 3.26 km |
| Balkahwa | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Gangaulia | West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratanpurwa
Ratanpurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kharpokhra, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Ratanpurwa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Ratanpurwa is about 87 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 Ratanpurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanpurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratanpurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanpurwa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpurwa
Where is Ratanpurwa located?
Ratanpurwa village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpurwa is Bairagi Sonbarsa.
What is the pincode of Ratanpurwa?
The pincode of Ratanpurwa is 845106.
What is the population of Ratanpurwa?
Ratanpurwa has a total population of 1,482, including 777 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpurwa?
There are 271 households in Ratanpurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpurwa is 36.37%. Male literacy is 44.40% and female literacy is 27.52%.