Rampura Kalan - Ashta, Sehore
Rampura Kalan is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Rampura Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampura Kalan is 482892. The village covers a total geographical area of 1246.05 hectares and falls under the 466120 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rampura Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampura Kalan
As per Census 2011, Rampura Kalan village has a total population of 1,814 people, consisting of 948 males and 866 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 853 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampura Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,814 | 948 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 141 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 193 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 607 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 853 | 341 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Rampura Kalan
Rampura Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur Jageer | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Pirana Khedi | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Kadu Khedi | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Deopur | East | 2.93 km |
| Nogaon | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Udaipur | North | 3.90 km |
| Singarchori | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Nomaniya | East | 4.70 km |
| Bapcha Baramad | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Narpa Khedi | West | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampura Kalan
Rampura Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Rampura Kalan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Rampura Kalan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampura Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampura Kalan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rampura Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampura Kalan
Where is Rampura Kalan located?
Rampura Kalan village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampura Kalan?
Rampura Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampura Kalan?
The pincode of Rampura Kalan is 466120.
What is the population of Rampura Kalan?
Rampura Kalan has a total population of 1,814, including 948 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Rampura Kalan?
There are 378 households in Rampura Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Rampura Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampura Kalan is 52.98%. Male literacy is 64.03% and female literacy is 40.88%.