Vikarampur - Sonhat, Korea
Vikarampur is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Sonhat and around 42 km from Baikunthpur. Bodar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vikarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vikarampur is 431571. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.58 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Vikarampur 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 Vikarampur
As per Census 2011, Vikarampur village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 260 males and 197 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 757 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vikarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 260 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 144 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 168 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 92 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Vikarampur
Vikarampur 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 Vikarampur
Vikarampur 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 Vikarampur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vikarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vikarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vikarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vikarampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vikarampur
Where is Vikarampur located?
Vikarampur village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vikarampur is Bodar.
What is the pincode of Vikarampur?
The pincode of Vikarampur is 497339.
What is the population of Vikarampur?
Vikarampur has a total population of 457, including 260 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Vikarampur?
There are 121 households in Vikarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Vikarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikarampur is 55.14%. Male literacy is 64.62% and female literacy is 42.64%.