Rampura Chhota - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Rampura Chhota is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Shergadh (jadiya) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampura Chhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampura Chhota is 507631. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.72 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rampura Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampura Chhota
As per Census 2011, Rampura Chhota village has a total population of 1,517 people, consisting of 787 males and 730 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 688 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 427 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampura Chhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,517 | 787 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 146 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 474 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 313 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Rampura Chhota
Rampura Chhota 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 Rampura Chhota
Rampura Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhanera to Rampura Chhota is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Rampura Chhota is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampura Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampura Chhota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rampura Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampura Chhota 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampura Chhota
Where is Rampura Chhota located?
Rampura Chhota village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampura Chhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampura Chhota is Shergadh (jadiya).
What is the pincode of Rampura Chhota?
The pincode of Rampura Chhota is 385310.
What is the population of Rampura Chhota?
Rampura Chhota has a total population of 1,517, including 787 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Rampura Chhota?
There are 226 households in Rampura Chhota.
What is the literacy rate in Rampura Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampura Chhota is 45.35%. Male literacy is 60.23% and female literacy is 29.32%.