Ramkola - Pratappur, Surajpur
Ramkola is a village situated in the Pratappur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 44 km from Pratappur and around 84 km from Ambikapur. Ramkola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramkola is 432190. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.69 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Ramkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramkola
As per Census 2011, Ramkola village has a total population of 1,393 people, consisting of 746 males and 647 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 713 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 884 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramkola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 746 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 97 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 884 | 442 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 491 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 255 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Ramkola
Ramkola 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 Ramkola
Ramkola 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 Pratappur to Ramkola is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Ramkola is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramkola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramkola
Where is Ramkola located?
Ramkola village is located in Pratappur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramkola?
Ramkola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramkola?
The pincode of Ramkola is 496223.
What is the population of Ramkola?
Ramkola has a total population of 1,393, including 746 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Ramkola?
There are 306 households in Ramkola.
What is the literacy rate in Ramkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramkola is 51.18%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 34.31%.