Rampur - Mainatanr, Pashchim Champaran
Rampur is a village situated in the Mainatanr subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mainatanr and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 216502. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.3 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 3,742 people, consisting of 1,946 males and 1,796 females. The village has 754 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 706 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,947 literate and 1,795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,859 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,742 | 1,946 | 1,796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 706 | 361 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,859 | 947 | 912 |
| Literate Population | 1,947 | 1,133 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,795 | 813 | 982 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardia | North | 1.58 km |
| Chauhatta | West | 1.81 km |
| Behri | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Pachrauta | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Pachrukha | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Jigna | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Gamharia | North | 2.56 km |
| Pachrukhi | South | 2.66 km |
| Jasauli | East | 2.90 km |
| Dhokraha | West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhikhna Thori, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 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 Narkatiyaganj to Rampur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Rampur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 >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 Mainatanr Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran 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 845451.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 3,742, including 1,946 males and 1,796 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 754 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 52.03%. Male literacy is 58.22% and female literacy is 45.32%.