Ratason - Salon, Rae Bareli
Ratason is a village situated in the Salon tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Ratason village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratason is 145547. The village covers a total geographical area of 1438.1 hectares and falls under the 229124 pincode.
Ratason village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ratason
According to the 2011 Census, Ratason village had a total population of 5,685 people, including 2,851 males and 2,834 females, living in 956 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.33%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 52.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,368.
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 | 5,685 | 2,851 | 2,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 890 | 464 | 426 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,368 | 691 | 677 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,941 | 1,687 | 1,254 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,744 | 1,164 | 1,580 |
Nearby Villages of Ratason
Ratason 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maruhar | South | 1.86 km |
| Manipur | South | 1.90 km |
| Kapuripur | North | 1.92 km |
| Kithanwa | West | 2.06 km |
| Khanpur Urf Birbhanpur | East | 2.15 km |
| Tikariya Bhat | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Jaudaha | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Kaloo Jalalpur | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Madhopur Pathak | North | 2.76 km |
| Jotbhadi Urf Erideeh | North-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratason
Ratason is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arkha, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rae Bareli to Ratason is about 40 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 Ratason
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratason 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratason
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratason 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 Ratason
Where is Ratason located?
Ratason village is located in Salon Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratason?
Ratason is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratason?
The pincode of Ratason is 229124.
What is the population of Ratason?
Ratason had a total population of 5,685, including 2,851 males and 2,834 females.
How many households are there in Ratason?
Ratason had 956 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratason?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratason was 61.33%. Male literacy was 70.67% and female literacy was 52.08%.