Rampura (Vaghpura) - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Rampura (Vaghpura) is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Rampura (Vaghpura) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampura (Vaghpura) is 507642. The village covers a total geographical area of 358 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rampura (Vaghpura) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampura (Vaghpura)
As per Census 2011, Rampura (Vaghpura) village has a total population of 659 people, consisting of 305 males and 354 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampura (Vaghpura) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 305 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 66 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 180 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 125 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Rampura (Vaghpura)
Rampura (Vaghpura) 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 (Vaghpura)
Public transport in the Rampura (Vaghpura) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Rampura (Vaghpura) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Rampura (Vaghpura) is about 83 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 Rampura (Vaghpura)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampura (Vaghpura) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rampura (Vaghpura)
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 (Vaghpura) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampura (Vaghpura)
Where is Rampura (Vaghpura) located?
Rampura (Vaghpura) village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampura (Vaghpura)?
Rampura (Vaghpura) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampura (Vaghpura)?
The pincode of Rampura (Vaghpura) is 385545.
What is the population of Rampura (Vaghpura)?
Rampura (Vaghpura) has a total population of 659, including 305 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Rampura (Vaghpura)?
There are 129 households in Rampura (Vaghpura).
What is the literacy rate in Rampura (Vaghpura)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampura (Vaghpura) is 44.92%. Male literacy is 59.02% and female literacy is 32.77%.