Purba Ratachhera - Kumarghat, Unakoti
Purba Ratachhera is a village situated in the Kumarghat subdivision of Unakoti district, Tripura. It is located approximately 14 km from Kumarghat and around 35 km from Kailasahar. East Ratacherra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Ratachhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Ratachhera is 272695. The village covers a total geographical area of 986 hectares and falls under the 799264 pincode. Kumarghat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Purba Ratachhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatikroy Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Ratachhera
As per Census 2011, Purba Ratachhera village has a total population of 6,679 people, consisting of 3,451 males and 3,228 females. The village has 1,518 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 926 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,275 literate and 1,404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Ratachhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,679 | 3,451 | 3,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 926 | 494 | 432 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,224 | 1,156 | 1,068 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,275 | 2,786 | 2,489 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,404 | 665 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Ratachhera
Purba Ratachhera 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 Purba Ratachhera
Purba Ratachhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kumarghat to Purba Ratachhera is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Purba Ratachhera is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Ratachhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Ratachhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Ratachhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Ratachhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Ratachhera
Where is Purba Ratachhera located?
Purba Ratachhera village is located in Kumarghat Subdivision, Unakoti district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Ratachhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Ratachhera is East Ratacherra.
What is the pincode of Purba Ratachhera?
The pincode of Purba Ratachhera is 799264.
What is the population of Purba Ratachhera?
Purba Ratachhera has a total population of 6,679, including 3,451 males and 3,228 females.
How many households are there in Purba Ratachhera?
There are 1,518 households in Purba Ratachhera.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Ratachhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Ratachhera is 78.98%. Male literacy is 80.73% and female literacy is 77.11%.