Ramgarh - Sonhat, Korea
Ramgarh is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Sonhat and around 65 km from Baikunthpur. Ramgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramgarh is 431510. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.02 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Ramgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Ramgarh village had a total population of 958 people, including 487 males and 471 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.63%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 72.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 443.
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 | 958 | 487 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 220 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 358 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 129 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Ramgarh
Ramgarh 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 Ramgarh
Ramgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Baikunthpur to Ramgarh is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ramgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramgarh 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 Ramgarh
Where is Ramgarh located?
Ramgarh village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramgarh?
Ramgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramgarh?
The pincode of Ramgarh is 497339.
What is the population of Ramgarh?
Ramgarh had a total population of 958, including 487 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Ramgarh?
Ramgarh had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramgarh was 79.63%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 72.13%.