Rampur - Silchar, Cachar
Rampur is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 428 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Boro Rampur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 299179. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.84 hectares and falls under the 788026 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borkhola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 881 people, including 443 males and 438 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.18%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 77.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 488, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 443 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 243 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 290 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 153 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Rampur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Rampur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Rampur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Rampur is Boro Rampur.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 788026.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 881, including 443 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 77.18%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 77.43%.