Ratta Khera - Jalalabad, Fazilka
Ratta Khera is a village situated in the Jalalabad tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Jalalabad and around 80 km from Firozpur. Nawan Telupura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratta Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratta Khera is 034955. The village covers a total geographical area of 1556.38 hectares and falls under the 152033 pincode. Jalalabad is the nearest town.
Ratta Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalalabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratta Khera
As per Census 2011, Ratta Khera village has a total population of 3,224 people, consisting of 1,715 males and 1,509 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,792 literate and 1,432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratta Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,224 | 1,715 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 223 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,481 | 791 | 690 |
| Literate Population | 1,792 | 1,044 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 671 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Ratta Khera
Ratta Khera 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 Ratta Khera
Ratta Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ratta Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Ratta Khera is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratta Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratta Khera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratta Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratta Khera 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 Ratta Khera
Where is Ratta Khera located?
Ratta Khera village is located in Jalalabad Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratta Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratta Khera is Nawan Telupura.
What is the pincode of Ratta Khera?
The pincode of Ratta Khera is 152033.
What is the population of Ratta Khera?
Ratta Khera has a total population of 3,224, including 1,715 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Ratta Khera?
There are 634 households in Ratta Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Ratta Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratta Khera is 55.58%. Male literacy is 60.87% and female literacy is 49.57%.