Ratshar Kalan - Ballia
Ratshar Kalan is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratshar Kalan is 198634. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.89 hectares and falls under the 277123 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Ratshar Kalan is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratshar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Ratshar Kalan village has a total population of 12,658 people, consisting of 6,565 males and 6,093 females. The village has 1,883 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,700 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,352 literate and 4,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 594 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratshar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,658 | 6,565 | 6,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,700 | 885 | 815 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 352 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 594 | 317 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 8,352 | 4,776 | 3,576 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,306 | 1,789 | 2,517 |
Nearby Villages of Ratshar Kalan
Ratshar Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suhawa | North | 0.83 km |
| Shankarpur | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Jiganhara | North | 1.27 km |
| Baijupur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Sarmari Khurd | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Tarwa | South | 1.54 km |
| Jigani M.ratasarh | North | 1.74 km |
| Prithwibandh | West | 1.75 km |
| Kirat Pati | South | 1.83 km |
| Dashwantpur | South-West | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratshar Kalan
The nearest railway station is Chilkahar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Ratshar Kalan is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Ratshar Kalan
Where is Ratshar Kalan located?
Ratshar Kalan village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Ratshar Kalan?
The pincode of Ratshar Kalan is 277123.
What is the population of Ratshar Kalan?
Ratshar Kalan has a total population of 12,658, including 6,565 males and 6,093 females.
How many households are there in Ratshar Kalan?
There are 1,883 households in Ratshar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Ratshar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratshar Kalan is 65.98%. Male literacy is 72.75% and female literacy is 58.69%.