Rampur - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Rampur is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 440871. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.14 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 1,472 people, consisting of 722 males and 750 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 415 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,472 | 722 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 192 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 532 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 190 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tendunala | East | 1.89 km |
| Maharajpur | West | 2.04 km |
| Janakpur | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Darrabandha | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Jhandatalab | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Shikari Tola | South | 3.35 km |
| Jhithra Tola | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Nagar Kohra | West | 3.79 km |
| Govindpur | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Kallu Tola | South-West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuria to Rampur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Rampur is about 39 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 Rampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rampur
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
Rampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 491557.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 1,472, including 722 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 265 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 63.18%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 53.07%.