Ratua
Ratua is a village located in Ratua I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 37.2km away from district headquarter Ratua. Ratua is the sub-district headquarter of Ratua village. As per 2009 stats, Ratua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ratua unique in its vibrant Ratua I-Maldah region. You’ll see Ratua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ratua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ratua is 312371. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732205. Malda is nearest town to Ratua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
Google Map of Ratua
Population of Ratua
According to the 2011 Census, Ratua has a total population of about 5,498, with approximately 2,850 males and 2,648 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 800 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 423 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 558. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.53%, with male literacy at about 62.14% and female literacy near 48.41%. There are around 1,224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ratua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,498 | 2,850 | 2,648 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 800 | 415 | 385 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 227 | 196 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 273 | 285 |
Literate Population | 3,053 | 1,771 | 1,282 |
Illiterate Population | 2,445 | 1,079 | 1,366 |
Connectivity of Ratua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ratua. As per the 2011 stats, Ratua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ratua
Knowing the nearby villages of Ratua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ratua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ratua
- Where is Ratua located?
- Ratua village is situated in Ratua I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ratua?
- Ratua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ratua?
- The pincode of Ratua is 732205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ratua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ratua is 5,498, with 2,850 males and 2,648 females.
- How many households are there in Ratua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ratua village has a total of 1,224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ratua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ratua is 55.53%. The male literacy rate is 62.14%, while the female literacy rate is 48.41%.