Ratua - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Ratua is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Tendua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratua is 213918. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.17 hectares and falls under the 231213 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Ratua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ratua
According to the 2011 Census, Ratua village had a total population of 468 people, including 234 males and 234 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.09%, with male literacy at 69.15% and female literacy at 48.92%.
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 | 468 | 234 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 130 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 104 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Ratua
Ratua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ratua
Ratua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sonbhadra to Ratua is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratua 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 Ratua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ratua
Where is Ratua located?
Ratua village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratua?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratua is Tendua.
What is the pincode of Ratua?
The pincode of Ratua is 231213.
What is the population of Ratua?
Ratua had a total population of 468, including 234 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Ratua?
Ratua had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratua was 59.09%. Male literacy was 69.15% and female literacy was 48.92%.