Ratta - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Ratta is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Ratta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratta is 028945. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Ratta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratta
As per Census 2011, Ratta village has a total population of 1,097 people, consisting of 571 males and 526 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 699 literate and 398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,097 | 571 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 699 | 385 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 186 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Ratta
Ratta 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
Ratta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ratta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Ratta is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratta 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
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 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
Where is Ratta located?
Ratta village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratta?
Ratta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratta?
The pincode of Ratta is 143604.
What is the population of Ratta?
Ratta has a total population of 1,097, including 571 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Ratta?
There are 194 households in Ratta.
What is the literacy rate in Ratta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratta is 63.72%. Male literacy is 67.43% and female literacy is 59.70%.