Ratanpar - Bhachau, Kachchh
Ratanpar is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 141 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 221 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Gadhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpar is 506627. The village covers a total geographical area of 5384.44 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Ratanpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpar
As per Census 2011, Ratanpar village has a total population of 989 people, consisting of 518 males and 471 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | 518 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 98 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 83 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 291 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 227 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpar
Ratanpar 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 Ratanpar
Ratanpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rapar to Ratanpar is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Ratanpar is about 221 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanpar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratanpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanpar 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 Ratanpar
Where is Ratanpar located?
Ratanpar village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpar is Gadhada.
What is the pincode of Ratanpar?
The pincode of Ratanpar is 370165.
What is the population of Ratanpar?
Ratanpar has a total population of 989, including 518 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpar?
There are 203 households in Ratanpar.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpar is 46.41%. Male literacy is 56.18% and female literacy is 35.67%.