Ratan Sar - Chhatapur, Supaul
Ratan Sar is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Guwalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratan Sar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratan Sar is 221097. The village covers a total geographical area of 633 hectares and falls under the 852137 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ratan Sar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ratan Sar
As per Census 2011, Ratan Sar village has a total population of 6,700 people, consisting of 3,485 males and 3,215 females. The village has 1,103 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,694 literate and 4,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,894 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratan Sar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,700 | 3,485 | 3,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,245 | 619 | 626 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,894 | 1,499 | 1,395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,694 | 1,807 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,006 | 1,678 | 2,328 |
Nearby Villages of Ratan Sar
Ratan Sar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goalpara | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Patti Niyamat Urf Girdharpatti | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Jainagar | East | 2.89 km |
| Sirsia Hanumanganj | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Kathi | West | 3.92 km |
| Sahata | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Patti Ratan Sar | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Belsandi | North | 4.89 km |
| Garuha Bishunpur | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Shankarpur | East | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratan Sar
Ratan Sar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gogipothia Halt, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Forbesganj to Ratan Sar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Ratan Sar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratan Sar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratan Sar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratan Sar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratan Sar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratan Sar
Where is Ratan Sar located?
Ratan Sar village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratan Sar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratan Sar is Guwalpara.
What is the pincode of Ratan Sar?
The pincode of Ratan Sar is 852137.
What is the population of Ratan Sar?
Ratan Sar has a total population of 6,700, including 3,485 males and 3,215 females.
How many households are there in Ratan Sar?
There are 1,103 households in Ratan Sar.
What is the literacy rate in Ratan Sar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratan Sar is 40.21%. Male literacy is 51.85% and female literacy is 27.59%.