Ratnipora - Zachaldara, Kupwara
Ratnipora is a village situated in the Zachaldara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Handwara and around 36 km from Kupwara. Behnipora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ratnipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratnipora is 000254. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.6 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ratnipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Handwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratnipora
According to the 2011 Census, Ratnipora village had a total population of 2,135 people, including 1,077 males and 1,058 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.68%, with male literacy at 43.61% and female literacy at 31.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 946.
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 | 2,135 | 1,077 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 295 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 946 | 484 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 341 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 736 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Ratnipora
Ratnipora 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 Ratnipora
Ratnipora 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 Handwara to Ratnipora is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Ratnipora is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratnipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratnipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratnipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratnipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratnipora
Where is Ratnipora located?
Ratnipora village is located in Zachaldara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ratnipora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ratnipora is Behnipora.
What is the pincode of Ratnipora?
The pincode of Ratnipora is 193221.
What is the population of Ratnipora?
Ratnipora had a total population of 2,135, including 1,077 males and 1,058 females.
How many households are there in Ratnipora?
Ratnipora had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratnipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratnipora was 37.68%. Male literacy was 43.61% and female literacy was 31.45%.