Ram Nagar - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Ram Nagar is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Devpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ram Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ram Nagar is 448227. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.76 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ram Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ram Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ram Nagar village had a total population of 874 people, including 457 males and 417 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 81.28% and female literacy at 68.04%.
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 | 874 | 457 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 317 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 140 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Ram Nagar
Ram Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairkatta | East | 1.47 km |
| Devpur | South | 1.72 km |
| Irakbutta | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Sharda Nagar | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Vivekanand Nagar | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Kosparali | East | 3.90 km |
| Aalor | South | 3.91 km |
| Kamalpur | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Vishrampur | South | 4.38 km |
| Parali | North-East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ram Nagar
Ram Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.1 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 Pakhanjur to Ram Nagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Ram Nagar is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ram Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ram Nagar 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 Ram Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ram Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ram Nagar
Where is Ram Nagar located?
Ram Nagar village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ram Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ram Nagar is Devpur.
What is the pincode of Ram Nagar?
The pincode of Ram Nagar is 494771.
What is the population of Ram Nagar?
Ram Nagar had a total population of 874, including 457 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Ram Nagar?
Ram Nagar had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ram Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ram Nagar was 75.10%. Male literacy was 81.28% and female literacy was 68.04%.