Ramnagar - Chhatapur, Supaul
Ramnagar is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramnagar is 221089. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.39 hectares and falls under the 852137 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ramnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ramnagar village had a total population of 561 people, including 283 males and 278 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 65.91% and female literacy at 18.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 330.
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 | 561 | 283 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 63 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 167 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 145 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 138 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Ramnagar
Ramnagar 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 Ramnagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ramnagar.
| 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 Forbesganj to Ramnagar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Ramnagar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ramnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramnagar 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 Ramnagar
Where is Ramnagar located?
Ramnagar village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramnagar is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Ramnagar?
The pincode of Ramnagar is 852137.
What is the population of Ramnagar?
Ramnagar had a total population of 561, including 283 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Ramnagar?
Ramnagar had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramnagar was 42.86%. Male literacy was 65.91% and female literacy was 18.36%.