Ral - Tandwa, Chatra
Ral is a village situated in the Tandwa subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tandwa and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Padumpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ral is 349404. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.31 hectares and falls under the 825321 pincode. Chatra is the nearest town.
Ral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ral
As per Census 2011, Ral village has a total population of 530 people, consisting of 273 males and 257 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 273 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 196 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 77 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Ral
Ral is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Bigha | South | 0.87 km |
| Bukru | East | 1.07 km |
| Tesar Chepa | West | 1.77 km |
| 3hulwaria | South | 2.32 km |
| Gobindpur | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Dhangara | North | 2.94 km |
| Kharika | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Lemhoa | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Tektha | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Giddi | East | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ral
Ral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ray, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Ral is about 35 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 Ral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ral
Where is Ral located?
Ral village is located in Tandwa Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ral?
The Gram Panchayat of Ral is Padumpur.
What is the pincode of Ral?
The pincode of Ral is 825321.
What is the population of Ral?
Ral has a total population of 530, including 273 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Ral?
There are 96 households in Ral.
What is the literacy rate in Ral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ral is 65.28%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 58.37%.