Ratnapur - Surada, Ganjam
Ratnapur is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Badagada and around 93 km from Chatrapur. Gangapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratnapur is 411029. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ratnapur village had a total population of 41 people, including 22 males and 19 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 35.29% and female literacy at 31.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 16 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Ratnapur
Ratnapur 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 Ratnapur
Ratnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Surada to Ratnapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ratnapur is about 93 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratnapur is Gangapur.
What is the pincode of Ratnapur?
The pincode of Ratnapur is 761109.
What is the population of Ratnapur?
Ratnapur had a total population of 41, including 22 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Ratnapur?
Ratnapur had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratnapur was 33.33%. Male literacy was 35.29% and female literacy was 31.25%.