Rattanpur - Jourian, Jammu
Rattanpur is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Akhnoor and around 44 km from Jsammu. Bandwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rattanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rattanpur is 005536. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.2 hectares and falls under the 181202 pincode. Jaurian is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Rattanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rattanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rattanpur village had a total population of 700 people, including 369 males and 331 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.86%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 67.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 478.
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 | 700 | 369 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 250 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 265 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 104 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Rattanpur
Rattanpur 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 Rattanpur
Rattanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jaurian to Rattanpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jsammu to Rattanpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rattanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rattanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rattanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rattanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Rattanpur
Where is Rattanpur located?
Rattanpur village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rattanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rattanpur is Bandwal.
What is the pincode of Rattanpur?
The pincode of Rattanpur is 181202.
What is the population of Rattanpur?
Rattanpur had a total population of 700, including 369 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Rattanpur?
Rattanpur had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rattanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rattanpur was 75.86%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 67.11%.