Ramru - Barwadih, Latehar
Ramru is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Haratu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramru is 367009. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.53 hectares and falls under the 822111 pincode. Daltonganj is the nearest town.
Ramru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramru
According to the 2011 Census, Ramru village had a total population of 482 people, including 249 males and 233 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.78%, with male literacy at 51.06% and female literacy at 25.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 482.
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 | 482 | 249 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 482 | 249 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 96 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 153 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Ramru
Ramru 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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladi | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Tongari | North | 3.63 km |
| Barkheta | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Herhe | West | 3.75 km |
| Garu | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Surkumi | South | 4.58 km |
| Samodh Tola | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Lat | West | 5.52 km |
| Labhar | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Dhangar Tola | South-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramru
Ramru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Ramru is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramru 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 Ramru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramru
Where is Ramru located?
Ramru village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramru?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramru is Haratu.
What is the pincode of Ramru?
The pincode of Ramru is 822111.
What is the population of Ramru?
Ramru had a total population of 482, including 249 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Ramru?
Ramru had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramru was 38.78%. Male literacy was 51.06% and female literacy was 25.43%.