Ratua Ii
Ratua Ii is a Town and Subdivision in Maldah District of West Bengal. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Ratua Ii Block (CD) is 02213. The total area of Ratua Ii Subdivision is 173 km². Ratua Ii has a sex ratio of approximately 962 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Ratua Ii Subdivision
Ratua Ii Subdivision has a total of 51 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Ratua Ii Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ailpara | Pukhuria | English Bazar (25 km) |
| 2 | Ballabhpur | Sreepur I | English Bazar (42 km) |
| 3 | Barail | Sreepur Ii | English Bazar (36 km) |
| 4 | Betahaek Barna | Araidanga | English Bazar (20 km) |
| 5 | Bishanpur | Paranpur | English Bazar (27 km) |
| 6 | Chandpur | Paranpur | English Bazar (30 km) |
| 7 | Chauduar | Pukhuria | English Bazar (26 km) |
| 8 | Dakshin Maricha Bishanpur | Peerganj | Ratua Ii |
| 9 | Elahabad | Maharajpur | English Bazar (30 km) |
| 10 | Gobarjana | Araidanga | English Bazar (22 km) |
| 11 | Gobindapur | Sreepur I | English Bazar (52 km) |
| 12 | Gornagoaldaha | Sreepur I | Ratua Ii |
| 13 | Haripur | Sambalpur | English Bazar (32 km) |
| 14 | Harirampur | Sreepur I | English Bazar (50 km) |
| 15 | Jogigofa Bahadurpur | Araidanga | Ratua Ii |
| 16 | Kadamtali | Sambalpur | English Bazar (27 km) |
| 17 | Khailsana | Pukhuria | English Bazar (25 km) |
| 18 | Kharbari Jhamuria | Peerganj | English Bazar (18 km) |
| 19 | Kheria | Sreepur I | English Bazar (37 km) |
| 20 | Khutaha | Araidanga | English Bazar (18 km) |
| 21 | Koklamari | Pukhuria | English Bazar (23 km) |
| 22 | Kumarganj | Sreepur Ii | English Bazar (34 km) |
| 23 | Laskarpur | Sreepur I | English Bazar (40 km) |
| 24 | Lokhra | Araidanga | English Bazar (21 km) |
| 25 | Magura | Sreepur I | English Bazar (42 km) |
| 26 | Magurakhod | Sreepur I | English Bazar (42 km) |
| 27 | Maharajpur | Maharajpur | English Bazar (38 km) |
| 28 | Mirdadpur | Paranpur | English Bazar (29 km) |
| 29 | Naoda | Araidanga | English Bazar (24 km) |
| 30 | Nasipur | Maharajpur | English Bazar (22 km) |
| 31 | Nesta | Araidanga | English Bazar (18 km) |
| 32 | Nij Ganaraidanga | Paranpur | English Bazar (26 km) |
| 33 | Nijgan Paranpur | Paranpur | English Bazar (32 km) |
| 34 | Paharpur | Pukhuria | English Bazar (28 km) |
| 35 | Palashbona | Sreepur Ii | English Bazar (33 km) |
| 36 | Paranpur | Sambalpur | English Bazar (26 km) |
| 37 | Pirpur | Araidanga | English Bazar (30 km) |
| 38 | Pukhuria | Peerganj | English Bazar (24 km) |
| 39 | Purbba Balarampur | Maharajpur | English Bazar (24 km) |
| 40 | Rajapur | Maharajpur | English Bazar (30 km) |
| 41 | Rangamatia | Maharajpur | English Bazar (30 km) |
| 42 | Raninagar | Sreepur Ii | English Bazar (38 km) |
| 43 | Sambalpur | Sambalpur | English Bazar (30 km) |
| 44 | Satmara | Peerganj | English Bazar (15 km) |
| 45 | Sekhpur | Sreepur I | English Bazar (38 km) |
| 46 | Shibnagar | Sambalpur | English Bazar (31 km) |
| 47 | Shripur | Sreepur I | English Bazar (44 km) |
| 48 | Simla | Araidanga | English Bazar (28 km) |
| 49 | Sultanganj | Maharajpur | English Bazar (26 km) |
| 50 | Sultanpur | Araidanga | English Bazar (16 km) |
| 51 | Uttar Marichabishanpur | Pukhuria | English Bazar (20 km) |
Population of Ratua Ii Subdivision
The population profile of Ratua Ii Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Ratua Ii Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,02,080 | 2,02,080 | N/A |
| Male Population | 1,02,962 | 1,02,962 | N/A |
| Female Population | 99,118 | 99,118 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 31,373 | 31,373 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,953 | 15,953 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,420 | 15,420 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 95,915 | 95,915 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 50,738 | 50,738 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 45,177 | 45,177 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 1,06,165 | 1,06,165 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 52,224 | 52,224 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 53,941 | 53,941 | N/A |
| Total Households | 43,168 | 43,168 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 2,02,080 people. Includes nearly 1,02,962 males and 99,118 females. Rural population is about 2,02,080 people.
- There are around 31,373 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 15,953 boys and 15,420 girls.
- Literate population is about 95,915 people. Non-literate population is around 1,06,165 people.
- There are nearly 43,168 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Ratua Ii Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 12,880 | 12,880 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 6,740 | 6,740 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 6,140 | 6,140 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,954 | 1,954 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 996 | 996 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 958 | 958 | N/A |
| Population Density | 1,168 / km² | 1,168 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ratua Ii Subdivision is approximately 12,880 people, including 6,740 males and 6,140 females. Around 12,880 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ratua Ii Subdivision is about 1,954 people, including 996 males and 958 females. Around 1,954 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,168 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,168 people per sq. km.