Ramgarha - Garkha, Saran
Ramgarha is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Mirza Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramgarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramgarha is 234399. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.2 hectares and falls under the 841202 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ramgarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramgarha
As per Census 2011, Ramgarha village has a total population of 7,760 people, consisting of 3,811 males and 3,949 females. The village has 1,254 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,457 literate and 4,303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramgarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,760 | 3,811 | 3,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,556 | 787 | 769 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,499 | 1,272 | 1,227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,457 | 2,047 | 1,410 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,303 | 1,764 | 2,539 |
Nearby Villages of Ramgarha
Ramgarha 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 Ramgarha
Ramgarha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ramgarha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chapra to Ramgarha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Ramgarha is about 30 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 Ramgarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramgarha 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ramgarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramgarha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramgarha
Where is Ramgarha located?
Ramgarha village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramgarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramgarha is Mirza Pur.
What is the pincode of Ramgarha?
The pincode of Ramgarha is 841202.
What is the population of Ramgarha?
Ramgarha has a total population of 7,760, including 3,811 males and 3,949 females.
How many households are there in Ramgarha?
There are 1,254 households in Ramgarha.
What is the literacy rate in Ramgarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramgarha is 44.55%. Male literacy is 53.71% and female literacy is 35.71%.