Ratu - Darlawn, Aizawl
Ratu is a village situated in the Darlawn subdivision of Aizawl district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darlawn and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Aizawl.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratu is 271201. The village falls under the 796111 pincode. Darlawn is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ratu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tuivawl Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratu
As per Census 2011, Ratu village has a total population of 2,176 people, consisting of 1,129 males and 1,047 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,710 literate and 466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,059 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,176 | 1,129 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 180 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,059 | 1,024 | 1,035 |
| Literate Population | 1,710 | 905 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 224 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Ratu
Ratu 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 Ratu
Ratu 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 >10 km |
| 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 Darlawn to Ratu is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aizawl to Ratu is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratu 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratu
Where is Ratu located?
Ratu village is located in Darlawn Subdivision, Aizawl district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Ratu?
The pincode of Ratu is 796111.
What is the population of Ratu?
Ratu has a total population of 2,176, including 1,129 males and 1,047 females.
How many households are there in Ratu?
There are 435 households in Ratu.
What is the literacy rate in Ratu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratu is 78.58%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 76.89%.