Ratsona - Tral, Pulwama
Ratsona is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Rathsoan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ratsona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratsona is 003081. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.4 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ratsona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratsona
According to the 2011 Census, Ratsona village had a total population of 2,315 people, including 1,134 males and 1,181 females, living in 421 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.47%, with male literacy at 83.04% and female literacy at 58.39%.
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 | 2,315 | 1,134 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 167 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,391 | 803 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 331 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Ratsona
Ratsona 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 Ratsona
Ratsona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ratsona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Ratsona is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Ratsona is about 30 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 Ratsona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratsona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratsona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratsona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ratsona
Where is Ratsona located?
Ratsona village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ratsona?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ratsona is Rathsoan.
What is the pincode of Ratsona?
The pincode of Ratsona is 192123.
What is the population of Ratsona?
Ratsona had a total population of 2,315, including 1,134 males and 1,181 females.
How many households are there in Ratsona?
Ratsona had 421 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratsona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratsona was 70.47%. Male literacy was 83.04% and female literacy was 58.39%.