Ratway - Kannod, Dewas
Ratway is a village situated in the Kannod tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kannod and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Ratway village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratway is 473759. The village covers a total geographical area of 739.1 hectares and falls under the 455332 pincode. Kannod is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ratway village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dewas Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ratway
As per Census 2011, Ratway village has a total population of 1,798 people, consisting of 950 males and 848 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,054 literate and 744 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratway are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,798 | 950 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 168 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 114 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 639 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 311 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Ratway
Ratway is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaplasa | North | 2.19 km |
| Raipura | East | 2.24 km |
| Dabkakheda | West | 2.31 km |
| Dangrakheda | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Dokakui | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Gudbel | West | 4.23 km |
| Ambada ( Dawatpura ) | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Bichhakhedi | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Kothda | South | 5.01 km |
| Kharpa | South-East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratway
Ratway is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Masangaon, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kannod to Ratway is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Ratway is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratway
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratway village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratway
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratway 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ratway
Where is Ratway located?
Ratway village is located in Kannod Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratway?
Ratway is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratway?
The pincode of Ratway is 455332.
What is the population of Ratway?
Ratway has a total population of 1,798, including 950 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Ratway?
There are 342 households in Ratway.
What is the literacy rate in Ratway?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratway is 58.62%. Male literacy is 67.26% and female literacy is 48.94%.