Ramai - Forbesganj, Araria
Ramai is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Ramai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramai is 221575. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ramai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramai
As per Census 2011, Ramai village has a total population of 5,335 people, consisting of 2,807 males and 2,528 females. The village has 1,107 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,088 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,341 literate and 2,994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,335 | 2,807 | 2,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,088 | 548 | 540 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 99 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,341 | 1,467 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,994 | 1,340 | 1,654 |
Nearby Villages of Ramai
Ramai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balua | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Ghoraghat | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Pakri | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Madhura | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Khawaspur | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Shoirgaon | East | 3.04 km |
| Tiraskund | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Samaul | West | 3.47 km |
| Lahsunganj | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Padaria | North | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramai
Ramai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gogipothia Halt, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| 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 Farbisganj to Ramai is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Ramai is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ramai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramai
Where is Ramai located?
Ramai village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramai?
Ramai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramai?
The pincode of Ramai is 854318.
What is the population of Ramai?
Ramai has a total population of 5,335, including 2,807 males and 2,528 females.
How many households are there in Ramai?
There are 1,107 households in Ramai.
What is the literacy rate in Ramai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramai is 43.88%. Male literacy is 52.26% and female literacy is 34.57%.