Rampur - Makhdumpur, Jehanabad
Rampur is a village situated in the Makhdumpur subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Makhdumpur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 260473. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 804422 pincode. Makhdumpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Makhdumpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 2,964 people, consisting of 1,509 males and 1,455 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,654 literate and 1,310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,964 | 1,509 | 1,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 286 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 405 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 990 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,310 | 519 | 791 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mobarakpur | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Chhatiana | North | 1.57 km |
| Pipra | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Kab Bigha | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Maksudpur | West | 1.92 km |
| Umta | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Dharahra | West | 1.99 km |
| Hargawan | East | 2.32 km |
| Mahammadpur | West | 2.73 km |
| Bazidpur | South-East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wanabar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Makhdumpur to Rampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jehanabad to Rampur is about 27 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Makhdumpur Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
Rampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 804422.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 2,964, including 1,509 males and 1,455 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 480 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 55.80%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 45.64%.