Ratooli - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Ratooli is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Ratooli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratooli is 133915. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.92 hectares and falls under the 242307 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ratooli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratooli
According to the 2011 Census, Ratooli village had a total population of 1,681 people, including 890 males and 791 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.58%, with male literacy at 72.70% and female literacy at 48.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 348.
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 | 1,681 | 890 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 161 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 184 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 530 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 360 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Ratooli
Ratooli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rati | West | 1.28 km |
| Chak Baraincha | South | 1.50 km |
| Baraincha | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Bakhtyarpur | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Khargapur | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Bhatpura | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Satnua | North | 2.12 km |
| Makrandpur Bangar | South | 2.40 km |
| Dulha Dhakia | West | 2.51 km |
| Burhanpur | East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratooli
Ratooli 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 Bahadurpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.3 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 Shahjahanpur to Ratooli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Ratooli is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratooli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratooli 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 Ratooli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratooli 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 Ratooli
Where is Ratooli located?
Ratooli village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratooli?
Ratooli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratooli?
The pincode of Ratooli is 242307.
What is the population of Ratooli?
Ratooli had a total population of 1,681, including 890 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Ratooli?
Ratooli had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratooli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratooli was 61.58%. Male literacy was 72.70% and female literacy was 48.64%.