Ratanpur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Ratanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 055554. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.46 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ratanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ratanpur
As per Census 2011, Ratanpur village has a total population of 669 people, consisting of 345 males and 324 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 345 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 280 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 65 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpur
Ratanpur 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 Ratanpur
Ratanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaladhungi to Ratanpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Ratanpur is about 37 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 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, 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 263140.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur has a total population of 669, including 345 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
There are 128 households in Ratanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur is 75.19%. Male literacy is 81.16% and female literacy is 68.83%.