Rampur Chak - Armori, Gadchiroli
Rampur Chak is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kasvi serves as the Village Panchayat for Rampur Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur Chak is 538513. The village covers a total geographical area of 664.6 hectares and falls under the 441208 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rampur Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur Chak village had a total population of 729 people, including 358 males and 371 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.84%, with male literacy at 86.20% and female literacy at 65.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 729 | 358 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 281 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 77 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur Chak
Rampur Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palora | South | 1.22 km |
| Ashta | North | 1.48 km |
| Kasavi | North | 2.79 km |
| Jogisakhara | East | 2.81 km |
| Kaneri | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Shegaon | South | 3.55 km |
| Armori | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Mulur Chak | West | 4.22 km |
| Arsoda | West | 4.66 km |
| Palasgaon | North-East | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur Chak
Rampur Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Desaiganj to Rampur Chak is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Rampur Chak is about 40 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 Rampur Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur Chak 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 Rampur Chak
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 Chak 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rampur Chak
Where is Rampur Chak located?
Rampur Chak village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rampur Chak?
The Village Panchayat of Rampur Chak is Kasvi.
What is the pincode of Rampur Chak?
The pincode of Rampur Chak is 441208.
What is the population of Rampur Chak?
Rampur Chak had a total population of 729, including 358 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Rampur Chak?
Rampur Chak had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur Chak was 75.84%. Male literacy was 86.20% and female literacy was 65.55%.