Ratai - Ichagarh, Saraikela Kharsawan
Ratai is a village situated in the Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Ichagarh and around 64 km from Sarikela-kharswana. Tikar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratai is 378905. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 833216 pincode.
Ratai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratai
According to the 2011 Census, Ratai village had a total population of 193 people, including 90 males and 103 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.77%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 193 | 90 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 68 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 22 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Ratai
Ratai 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 Ratai
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ratai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sarikela-kharswana to Ratai is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ratai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratai
Where is Ratai located?
Ratai village is located in Ichagarh Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratai is Tikar.
What is the pincode of Ratai?
The pincode of Ratai is 833216.
What is the population of Ratai?
Ratai had a total population of 193, including 90 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Ratai?
Ratai had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratai was 69.77%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 57.14%.