Ratanpur - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kakadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 477368. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.58 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
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 Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanpur village had a total population of 387 people, including 198 males and 189 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.50%, with male literacy at 76.22% and female literacy at 62.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 387 | 198 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 125 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 73 | 93 |
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 shared van services.
| 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 Khargone to Ratanpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Kakadgaon.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 451335.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had a total population of 387, including 198 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur was 69.50%. Male literacy was 76.22% and female literacy was 62.34%.