Rampur - Benipatti, Madhubani
Rampur is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Shahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 220285. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.44 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 1,180 people, including 592 males and 588 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.39%, with male literacy at 60.04% and female literacy at 50.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 421, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,180 | 592 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 114 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 203 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 287 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 305 | 346 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Rampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Rampur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Shahpur.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 847102.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 1,180, including 592 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 55.39%. Male literacy was 60.04% and female literacy was 50.73%.