Ratva - Mau, Bhind
Ratva is a village situated in the Mau tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Gohad and around 60 km from Bhind. Ratwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratva is 453448. The village covers a total geographical area of 1483.64 hectares and falls under the 477222 pincode. Mau is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ratva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ratva
According to the 2011 Census, Ratva village had a total population of 4,182 people, including 2,313 males and 1,869 females, living in 599 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.20%, with male literacy at 70.55% and female literacy at 51.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,559, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 4,182 | 2,313 | 1,869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 367 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,559 | 859 | 700 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,161 | 1,373 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,021 | 940 | 1,081 |
Nearby Villages of Ratva
Ratva 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 Ratva
Ratva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mau to Ratva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Ratva is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ratva
Where is Ratva located?
Ratva village is located in Mau Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratva?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratva is Ratwa.
What is the pincode of Ratva?
The pincode of Ratva is 477222.
What is the population of Ratva?
Ratva had a total population of 4,182, including 2,313 males and 1,869 females.
How many households are there in Ratva?
Ratva had 599 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratva was 62.20%. Male literacy was 70.55% and female literacy was 51.57%.