Ratanpur - Goghat - I, Hooghly
Ratanpur is a village situated in the Goghat - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from Goghat and around 75.6 km from Chinsura. Raghubati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur is 324034. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.69 hectares and falls under the 712614 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 12 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 1,643 people, consisting of 822 males and 821 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,156 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 563 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 822 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 275 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 1,156 | 626 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 196 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpur
Ratanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pirmallik | South | 0.75 km |
| Santa | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Ganeshbati | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Madina | North | 1.66 km |
| Khanati | South | 1.66 km |
| Nabasan | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Shancha | West | 2.12 km |
| Rajgram | North | 2.31 km |
| Golpur | West | 2.34 km |
| Harischandrapur | North-West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratanpur
Ratanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Ratanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Ratanpur is about 75.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpur
Where is Ratanpur located?
Ratanpur village is located in Goghat - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanpur is Raghubati.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur?
The pincode of Ratanpur is 712614.
What is the population of Ratanpur?
Ratanpur has a total population of 1,643, including 822 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur?
There are 364 households in Ratanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur is 70.36%. Male literacy is 76.16% and female literacy is 64.56%.