Ratura - Rudraprayag
Ratura is a village situated in the Rudraprayag tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Rudraprayag, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ratura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratura is 042513. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.86 hectares and falls under the 246171 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ratura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratura
As per Census 2011, Ratura village has a total population of 1,785 people, consisting of 878 males and 907 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,328 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,785 | 878 | 907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 133 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 302 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 723 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 155 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Ratura
Ratura 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 Ratura
Public transport in the Ratura is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rudraprayag to Ratura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ratura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratura 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 Ratura
Where is Ratura located?
Ratura village is located in Rudraprayag Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratura?
Ratura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratura?
The pincode of Ratura is 246171.
What is the population of Ratura?
Ratura has a total population of 1,785, including 878 males and 907 females.
How many households are there in Ratura?
There are 416 households in Ratura.
What is the literacy rate in Ratura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratura is 74.40%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 66.70%.