Ratna - Sarath, Deoghar
Ratna is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Fulchua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratna is 355133. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Ratna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ratna
According to the 2011 Census, Ratna village had a total population of 396 people, including 207 males and 189 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.61%, with male literacy at 80.23% and female literacy at 43.13%.
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 | 396 | 207 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 142 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 65 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Ratna
Ratna 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 Ratna
Ratna 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Ratna is about 45 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 Ratna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratna
Where is Ratna located?
Ratna village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratna?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratna is Fulchua.
What is the pincode of Ratna?
The pincode of Ratna is 814149.
What is the population of Ratna?
Ratna had a total population of 396, including 207 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Ratna?
Ratna had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratna was 62.61%. Male literacy was 80.23% and female literacy was 43.13%.