Gornje Ratkovo

Gornje Ratkovo is a village located in the municipality of Ključ, in the Una-Sana Canton of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Geography and Location

Gornje Ratkovo is situated in the western part of Bosnia and Herzegovina, within the geographical region known as Bosanska Krajina. It is one of several settlements comprising the municipality of Ključ. The area is characterized by a mix of forests and agricultural land, typical of the rural Bosnian landscape.

Demographics

According to the 1991 census, the village of Gornje Ratkovo had a population of 455 inhabitants. The demographic composition at that time was predominantly Serb.

Ethnicity	Number	Percentage
Serbs	448	98.46%
Croats	2	0.44%
Others	5	1.10%
Total	455	100%

The population figures and ethnic composition have likely changed significantly since the Bosnian War (1992-1995) due to displacement and subsequent returns or migrations.

History

Like many villages in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Gornje Ratkovo has a history influenced by various empires and states, including the Ottoman Empire, Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Yugoslavia. The region, including Ključ municipality, was significantly affected during the Bosnian War, leading to widespread destruction and population shifts. After the war, Gornje Ratkovo became part of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.