Ratanpur - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Shimla. Manju Dabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 024720. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Ratanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanpur village had a total population of 13 people, including 6 males and 7 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ratanpur.
| 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 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Manju Dabri.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 171001.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had a total population of 13, including 6 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.