Rampur - Dhanpur, Dahod
Rampur is a village situated in the Dhanpur taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Dhanpur and around 80 km from Dohad. Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 519622. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.49 hectares and falls under the 389382 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 2,617 people, consisting of 1,299 males and 1,318 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,366 literate and 1,251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 463 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,299 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 230 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 228 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 1,366 | 870 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 429 | 822 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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 Rampur
Rampur 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 | 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 Devgadbaria to Rampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Rampur 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Dhanpur Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, 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 389382.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 2,617, including 1,299 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 421 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 52.20%. Male literacy is 66.97% and female literacy is 37.63%.