Ratanpur - Utraula, Balrampur
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Someraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 174087. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.68 hectares and falls under the 271609 pincode. Mankapur is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanpur
As per Census 2011, Ratanpur village has a total population of 960 people, consisting of 539 males and 421 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 781 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 | 539 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 98 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 295 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 244 | 255 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Someraha | North | 0.65 km |
| Itawa | East | 1.80 km |
| Gwalior Grint Gair Jabti | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Barhaya Fareed Khan | North | 2.83 km |
| Kera Deeh | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Bhorha | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Adhinpur | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Vijaypur Grint | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Ahirauli Bujurg | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Khamhriya Alaadad | East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratanpur
Ratanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jhilahi, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mankapur to Ratanpur is about 15 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Someraha.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 271609.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur has a total population of 960, including 539 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
There are 140 households in Ratanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur is 48.02%. Male literacy is 54.73% and female literacy is 39.43%.