Ratanpur - Dhanwar, Giridih
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Gundari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 350935. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Ratanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanpur village had a total population of 607 people, including 319 males and 288 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.43%, with male literacy at 79.18% and female literacy at 39.75%.
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 | 607 | 319 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 213 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 106 | 191 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ratanpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Ratanpur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Gundari.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 825412.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had a total population of 607, including 319 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur was 60.43%. Male literacy was 79.18% and female literacy was 39.75%.