Rampur - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Rampur is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Uchehara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 501179. The village covers a total geographical area of 789.77 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 182 males and 165 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 182 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 37 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 77 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 121 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 61 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naudhiya | South | 1.63 km |
| Dongarsarwar | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Matohar | West | 3.08 km |
| Serimar | South | 3.59 km |
| Chitraw | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Keet | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Sichaura | North | 4.57 km |
| Badkadol | South | 4.84 km |
| Ghirghori | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Bachaha | South-West | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisinghnagar to Rampur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Rampur is about 75 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 Rampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Uchehara.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 484771.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 347, including 182 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 77 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 59.94%. Male literacy is 66.48% and female literacy is 52.73%.