Rampar - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Rampar is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Rampar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampar is 513298. The village covers a total geographical area of 882.06 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rampar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampar
According to the 2011 Census, Rampar village had a total population of 985 people, including 509 males and 476 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.05%, with male literacy at 83.48% and female literacy at 68.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 985 | 509 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 389 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 120 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Rampar
Rampar 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 Rampar
Rampar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dhoraji to Rampar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Rampar is about 85 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 Rampar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rampar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampar 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampar
Where is Rampar located?
Rampar village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampar?
Rampar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampar?
The pincode of Rampar is 360405.
What is the population of Rampar?
Rampar had a total population of 985, including 509 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Rampar?
Rampar had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampar was 76.05%. Male literacy was 83.48% and female literacy was 68.18%.