Ramapuram Village - Meenachil, Kottayam
Ramapuram is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Ramapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramapuram is 628117. The village covers a total geographical area of 3328 hectares and falls under the 686576 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ramapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramapuram
As per Census 2011, Ramapuram village has a total population of 16,928 people, consisting of 8,440 males and 8,488 females. The village has 4,087 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,070 literate and 1,858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 502 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramapuram are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,928 | 8,440 | 8,488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,470 | 781 | 689 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 253 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 15,070 | 7,501 | 7,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,858 | 939 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Ramapuram
Ramapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vellilappally | South | 3.90 km |
| Purapuzha | North | 4.96 km |
| Uzhavoor | South-West | 6.30 km |
| Kadanad | South-East | 7.07 km |
| Vallichira | South | 8.39 km |
| Manakkad (part) | North | 9.08 km |
| Kurichithanam | South-West | 9.28 km |
| Monippally | West | 9.48 km |
| Lalam (part) | South | 9.55 km |
| Koothattukulam | North-West | 9.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramapuram
Ramapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuruppanthara, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palai to Ramapuram is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Ramapuram is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ramapuram
Where is Ramapuram located?
Ramapuram village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramapuram?
Ramapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramapuram?
The pincode of Ramapuram is 686576.
What is the population of Ramapuram?
Ramapuram has a total population of 16,928, including 8,440 males and 8,488 females.
How many households are there in Ramapuram?
There are 4,087 households in Ramapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Ramapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramapuram is 89.02%. Male literacy is 88.87% and female literacy is 89.17%.