Ratanpur - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Ratanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 173600. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.549 hectares and falls under the 271208 pincode. Pachpedawa is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Gainsari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
As per Census 2011, Ratanpur village has a total population of 2,616 people, consisting of 1,388 males and 1,228 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 517 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 1,514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,616 | 1,388 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 253 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 242 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 709 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,514 | 679 | 835 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chintihwa | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Jhawwa | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Beney Nagar | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Vijay Nager | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Bhojpur | North | 2.52 km |
| Dhobha | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Lamuiya | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Mankaura | East | 3.08 km |
| Tirlokpur | South | 3.10 km |
| Belhasa | West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratanpur
Ratanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gainsari Junction, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachpedawa to Ratanpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Ratanpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 271208.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur has a total population of 2,616, including 1,388 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
There are 410 households in Ratanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur is 42.13%. Male literacy is 51.08% and female literacy is 32.00%.