Ratnapur - Ner, Yavatmal
Ratnapur is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Ratanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratnapur is 541971. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.43 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ratnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratnapur
As per Census 2011, Ratnapur village has a total population of 590 people, consisting of 298 males and 292 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | 298 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 431 | 234 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 64 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Ratnapur
Ratnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhakpur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Mirapur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Lohatwadi | West | 2.11 km |
| Wai (ijara) | East | 3.01 km |
| Ajanti | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Mozar | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Bangaon | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Chikani | West | 4.14 km |
| Fattepur | East | 4.18 km |
| Chinchgaon | South | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratnapur
Ratnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karanja to Ratnapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Ratnapur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratnapur 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 Ratnapur
Where is Ratnapur located?
Ratnapur village is located in Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratnapur is Ratanpur.
What is the pincode of Ratnapur?
The pincode of Ratnapur is 445102.
What is the population of Ratnapur?
Ratnapur has a total population of 590, including 298 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Ratnapur?
There are 163 households in Ratnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ratnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratnapur is 73.05%. Male literacy is 78.52% and female literacy is 67.47%.