Ristara
Ristara is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ristara village. As per 2009 stats, Danga is the gram panchayat of Ristara village.
Ristara has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ristara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ristara is 311217. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733103. Balurghat is nearest town to Ristara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ristara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ristara
Population of Ristara
Below is a concise population overview of Ristara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 266 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 15 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 225 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 41 | 69 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ristara village:
- The total population of Ristara village is around 524, including approximately 266 males and 258 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Ristara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ristara village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 149 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ristara village is about 79.01%, with male literacy at 84.59% and female literacy at 73.26%.
- There are around 143 households in Ristara village.
Connectivity of Ristara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ristara. As per the 2011 stats, Ristara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ristara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ristara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ristara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ristara
- Where is Ristara located?
- Ristara village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ristara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ristara is Danga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ristara?
- The pincode of Ristara is 733103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ristara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ristara is 524, with 266 males and 258 females.
- How many households are there in Ristara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ristara village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ristara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ristara is 79.01%. The male literacy rate is 84.59%, while the female literacy rate is 73.26%.