Rampurwa - Mainatanr, Pashchim Champaran
Rampurwa is a village situated in the Mainatanr subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mainatanr and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Tola Chaparia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampurwa is 216536. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.4 hectares and falls under the 845306 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Rampurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampurwa
As per Census 2011, Rampurwa village has a total population of 3,331 people, consisting of 1,718 males and 1,613 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 723 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,354 literate and 1,977 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,331 | 1,718 | 1,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 723 | 350 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 152 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,354 | 912 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,977 | 806 | 1,171 |
Nearby Villages of Rampurwa
Rampurwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Chhaparia | West | 1.33 km |
| Khamhia | North | 1.48 km |
| Bairia | North | 2.09 km |
| Dewalia | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Belwa Dih | West | 2.80 km |
| Sakraul | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Babhnauli | South | 3.19 km |
| Mainatanr | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Bhatkaul | North | 3.43 km |
| Indarwa | North | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampurwa
Rampurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sikta, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Rampurwa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Rampurwa is about 42 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 Rampurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rampurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampurwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rampurwa
Where is Rampurwa located?
Rampurwa village is located in Mainatanr Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampurwa is Tola Chaparia.
What is the pincode of Rampurwa?
The pincode of Rampurwa is 845306.
What is the population of Rampurwa?
Rampurwa has a total population of 3,331, including 1,718 males and 1,613 females.
How many households are there in Rampurwa?
There are 563 households in Rampurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Rampurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampurwa is 40.65%. Male literacy is 53.08% and female literacy is 27.40%.