Rampura - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Rampura is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Rampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampura is 504460. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.06 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Meghnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampura
As per Census 2011, Rampura village has a total population of 2,322 people, consisting of 1,189 males and 1,133 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 548 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 534 literate and 1,788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,322 | 1,189 | 1,133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 294 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,309 | 1,183 | 1,126 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 326 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,788 | 863 | 925 |
Nearby Villages of Rampura
Rampura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandli | East | 0.56 km |
| Medikhet | North | 2.10 km |
| Nawapadapal | East | 2.31 km |
| Khatama | East | 3.65 km |
| Amaliya Mal | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Guwali | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Kachaldara | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Patra | South | 3.99 km |
| Satsera | West | 4.50 km |
| Torniya | North | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampura
Rampura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Anas, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghnagar to Rampura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Rampura is about 35 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 Rampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampura 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 Rampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampura
Where is Rampura located?
Rampura village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampura?
Rampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampura?
The pincode of Rampura is 457779.
What is the population of Rampura?
Rampura has a total population of 2,322, including 1,189 males and 1,133 females.
How many households are there in Rampura?
There are 336 households in Rampura.
What is the literacy rate in Rampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampura is 23.00%. Male literacy is 27.42% and female literacy is 18.36%.