Ratuan - Anandapur, Keonjhar
Ratuan is a village situated in the Anandapur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Anandapur and around 100 km from Kendujhar. Kodapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratuan is 387018. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 758022 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ratuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratuan
According to the 2011 Census, Ratuan village had a total population of 583 people, including 308 males and 275 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.76%, with male literacy at 51.50% and female literacy at 24.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 583.
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 | 583 | 308 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 583 | 308 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 120 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 188 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Ratuan
Ratuan 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 Ratuan
Ratuan 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 5-10 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 Anandapur to Ratuan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Ratuan 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 Ratuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratuan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratuan
Where is Ratuan located?
Ratuan village is located in Anandapur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratuan is Kodapada.
What is the pincode of Ratuan?
The pincode of Ratuan is 758022.
What is the population of Ratuan?
Ratuan had a total population of 583, including 308 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Ratuan?
Ratuan had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratuan was 38.76%. Male literacy was 51.50% and female literacy was 24.14%.