Ratariya - Bhaniyana, Jaisalmer
Ratariya is a village situated in the Bhaniyana tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Pokaran and around 150 km from Jaisalmer. Ratariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratariya is 086407. The village covers a total geographical area of 3489 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ratariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratariya
As per Census 2011, Ratariya village has a total population of 2,557 people, consisting of 1,382 males and 1,175 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,051 literate and 1,506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,557 | 1,382 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 284 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 744 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,506 | 638 | 868 |
Nearby Villages of Ratariya
Ratariya 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 Ratariya
Ratariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Ratariya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Ratariya is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratariya
Where is Ratariya located?
Ratariya village is located in Bhaniyana Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratariya?
Ratariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratariya?
The pincode of Ratariya is 345021.
What is the population of Ratariya?
Ratariya has a total population of 2,557, including 1,382 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Ratariya?
There are 430 households in Ratariya.
What is the literacy rate in Ratariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratariya is 41.10%. Male literacy is 53.84% and female literacy is 26.13%.