Ratanpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Chandpur Akharchanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 192553. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.51 hectares and falls under the 276139 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Ratanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanpur village had a total population of 44 people, including 24 males and 20 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.24%, with male literacy at 29.41% and female literacy at 18.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpur
Ratanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikandarpur Khalsa | North | 0.33 km |
| Akharchanda | South-East | 0.40 km |
| Bhojpur | South-West | 0.52 km |
| Narottampur Suryman | North | 0.69 km |
| Brijmani Khurd | West | 0.73 km |
| Devenpur | South | 0.91 km |
| Jhotipur | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Jamin Madhaipur | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Madhaipur Khas | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Chaurasi | North-West | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratanpur
Ratanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Ratanpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Ratanpur is about 28 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 Ratanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanpur 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 Ratanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Chandpur Akharchanda.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 276139.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had a total population of 44, including 24 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
Ratanpur had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur was 24.24%. Male literacy was 29.41% and female literacy was 18.75%.