Rama Kunda - Topchanchi, Dhanbad

Rama Kunda is a village situated in the Topchanchi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Topchanchi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Ramakunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rama Kunda village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Rama Kunda is 361335. The village covers a total geographical area of 649 hectares and falls under the 828402 pincode.

Rama Kunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Rama Kunda

According to the 2011 Census, Rama Kunda village had a total population of 4,297 people, including 2,218 males and 2,079 females, living in 820 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.24%, with male literacy at 83.43% and female literacy at 53.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 465, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.

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 Population4,2972,2182,079
Child Population (0–6 yrs)669335334
Scheduled Castes (SC)465254211
Scheduled Tribes (ST)222111111
Literate Population2,5121,571941
Illiterate Population1,7856471,138

Nearby Villages of Rama Kunda

Rama Kunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Nearby VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
MathadihWest1.38 km
TursabadSouth1.68 km
GendanawadihEast1.71 km
MohanpurSouth-East2.36 km
KharioSouth2.50 km
GunghasaWest2.56 km
BakspuraNorth-East2.56 km
BhikhnidihEast2.60 km
KuramuNorth2.69 km
KarnagoraSouth-East2.74 km

Transport and Connectivity of Rama Kunda

Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rama Kunda. The nearest railway station is Khario P.h., while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Railway StationNoAvailable within 2-5 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Rama Kunda is about 40 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 Rama Kunda

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rama Kunda village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 2-5 km
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within >10 km

Health Facilities in Rama Kunda

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rama Kunda village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km

FAQs about Rama Kunda

Where is Rama Kunda located?

Rama Kunda village is located in Topchanchi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Rama Kunda?

The Gram Panchayat of Rama Kunda is Ramakunda.

What is the pincode of Rama Kunda?

The pincode of Rama Kunda is 828402.

What is the population of Rama Kunda?

Rama Kunda had a total population of 4,297, including 2,218 males and 2,079 females.

How many households are there in Rama Kunda?

Rama Kunda had 820 households.

What is the literacy rate in Rama Kunda?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rama Kunda was 69.24%. Male literacy was 83.43% and female literacy was 53.93%.