Ratakana
Ratakana is a village located in Nandipada tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Nandipada (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Aitipur is the gram panchayat of Ratakana village.
Here you can discover what makes Ratakana unique in its vibrant Nandipada-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Ratakana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ratakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ratakana is 387279. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756121. Bhadrak is nearest town to Ratakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Ratakana
Population of Ratakana
According to the 2011 Census, Ratakana has a total population of about 629, with approximately 321 males and 308 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 249 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.81%, with male literacy at about 84.11% and female literacy near 75.32%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ratakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 321 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 502 | 270 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 51 | 76 |
Connectivity of Ratakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ratakana. As per the 2011 stats, Ratakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ratakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Ratakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ratakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ratakana
- Where is Ratakana located?
- Ratakana village is situated in Nandipada Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ratakana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ratakana is Aitipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ratakana?
- The pincode of Ratakana is 756121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ratakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ratakana is 629, with 321 males and 308 females.
- How many households are there in Ratakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ratakana village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ratakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ratakana is 79.81%. The male literacy rate is 84.11%, while the female literacy rate is 75.32%.