Rampur Tilak - Banmankhi, Purnia
Rampur Tilak is a village situated in the Banmankhi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banmankhi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Ladu Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur Tilak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur Tilak is 223058. The village covers a total geographical area of 1407 hectares and falls under the 854102 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Rampur Tilak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur Tilak
As per Census 2011, Rampur Tilak village has a total population of 12,409 people, consisting of 6,427 males and 5,982 females. The village has 2,294 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,839 literate and 7,570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur Tilak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,409 | 6,427 | 5,982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,611 | 1,312 | 1,299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,299 | 666 | 633 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,839 | 3,063 | 1,776 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,570 | 3,364 | 4,206 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur Tilak
Rampur Tilak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladugarh | South | 2.44 km |
| Rupauli Milik | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Madhuban | North | 3.51 km |
| Bhanga Tola | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Latraha | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Rupauli | West | 4.41 km |
| Sahoriasubhai Milik | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Ramnagar Pharsahi | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Kamalpur Milik | South-East | 5.08 km |
| Dibraghani | South-West | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur Tilak
Rampur Tilak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harapatti, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Rampur Tilak is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Rampur Tilak is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampur Tilak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur Tilak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rampur Tilak
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 Tilak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rampur Tilak
Where is Rampur Tilak located?
Rampur Tilak village is located in Banmankhi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur Tilak?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur Tilak is Ladu Garh.
What is the pincode of Rampur Tilak?
The pincode of Rampur Tilak is 854102.
What is the population of Rampur Tilak?
Rampur Tilak has a total population of 12,409, including 6,427 males and 5,982 females.
How many households are there in Rampur Tilak?
There are 2,294 households in Rampur Tilak.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur Tilak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur Tilak is 39.00%. Male literacy is 47.66% and female literacy is 29.69%.