Rampur - Marheen, Kathua
Rampur is a village situated in the Marheen tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Hiranagar and around 32 km from Kathua. Chack Chahaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 002153. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 274 people, including 149 males and 125 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.98%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 64.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 274 | 149 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 110 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 39 | 53 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Rampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Rampur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Marheen Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Chack Chahaba.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 184148.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 274, including 149 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 73.98%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 64.86%.