Rathana
Rathana is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pora (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Rathana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rathana unique in its vibrant Ranbir Singh Pora-Jammu region. You’ll see Rathana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rathana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rathana is 006117. The village spans a total geographical area of 341.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181111. R.s.pora is nearest town to Rathana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rathana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ranbir singh Pura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rathana
Population of Rathana
According to the 2011 Census, Rathana has a total population of about 3,064, with approximately 1,570 males and 1,494 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 392 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,182 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.96%, with male literacy at about 73.69% and female literacy near 63.99%. There are around 664 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rathana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,064 | 1,570 | 1,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 209 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,182 | 621 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,113 | 1,157 | 956 |
| Illiterate Population | 951 | 413 | 538 |
Connectivity of Rathana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rathana. As per the 2011 stats, Rathana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rathana
Knowing the nearby villages of Rathana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rathana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rathana
- Where is Rathana located?
- Rathana village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rathana?
- Rathana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rathana?
- The pincode of Rathana is 181111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rathana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rathana is 3,064, with 1,570 males and 1,494 females.
- How many households are there in Rathana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rathana village has a total of 664 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rathana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rathana is 68.96%. The male literacy rate is 73.69%, while the female literacy rate is 63.99%.