Ramapura - Gauribidanur, Chikkaballapura
Ramapura is a village situated in the Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gauribidanur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Ramapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramapura is 623205. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.6 hectares and falls under the 561210 pincode. Gauribidanur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ramapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramapura
As per Census 2011, Ramapura village has a total population of 2,345 people, consisting of 1,151 males and 1,194 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,432 literate and 913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 694 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 872 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,151 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 141 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 694 | 330 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 872 | 442 | 430 |
| Literate Population | 1,432 | 790 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 361 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Ramapura
Ramapura 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 Ramapura
Ramapura 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gauribidanur to Ramapura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Ramapura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ramapura
Where is Ramapura located?
Ramapura village is located in Gauribidanur Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramapura?
Ramapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramapura?
The pincode of Ramapura is 561210.
What is the population of Ramapura?
Ramapura has a total population of 2,345, including 1,151 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Ramapura?
There are 560 households in Ramapura.
What is the literacy rate in Ramapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramapura is 61.07%. Male literacy is 68.64% and female literacy is 53.77%.