Ratanpur - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Maricho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 361641. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Ratanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
As per Census 2011, Ratanpur village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 140 males and 131 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 86 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 54 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpur
Ratanpur 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 Ratanpur
Ratanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Ratanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Ratanpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ratanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Maricho.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 828109.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur has a total population of 271, including 140 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
There are 48 households in Ratanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur is 46.49%. Male literacy is 61.43% and female literacy is 30.53%.