Ratanpur - Rampur, Shimla
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanarsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 023548. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.22 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
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 Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
As per Census 2011, Ratanpur village has a total population of 299 people, consisting of 161 males and 138 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 161 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 122 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
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
Ratanpur 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 Shimla to Ratanpur is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Sanarsa.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 172201.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur has a total population of 299, including 161 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
There are 62 households in Ratanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur is 68.23%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 59.42%.