Ratga - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Ratga is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Patharwah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratga is 501190. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.75 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ratga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratga
According to the 2011 Census, Ratga village had a total population of 298 people, including 151 males and 147 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.39%, with male literacy at 59.23% and female literacy at 41.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 298 | 151 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 77 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 74 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Ratga
Ratga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patharwar | West | 1.40 km |
| Mahua Tola | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Charhet | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Bharri | South | 3.50 km |
| Saradpur | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Kunda Tola | North | 4.65 km |
| Budhsar | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Pateriya Tola | West | 5.03 km |
| Sidhi | South | 5.33 km |
| Lukam Tola | West | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ratga. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| 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 Jaisinghnagar to Ratga is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Ratga is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratga 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 Ratga
Where is Ratga located?
Ratga village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratga?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratga is Patharwah.
What is the pincode of Ratga?
The pincode of Ratga is 484771.
What is the population of Ratga?
Ratga had a total population of 298, including 151 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Ratga?
Ratga had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratga was 50.39%. Male literacy was 59.23% and female literacy was 41.27%.