Rampur - Vikramgad, Palghar
Rampur is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Vikramgad and around 30 km from Thane. Khoste serves as the Village Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 551819. The village covers a total geographical area of 866.61 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 37 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 Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 729 people, including 386 males and 343 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.14%, with male literacy at 87.25% and female literacy at 63.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 726.
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 | 386 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 726 | 385 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 301 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 85 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jawhar to Rampur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Rampur is about 30 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
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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rampur?
The Village Panchayat of Rampur is Khoste.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 401605.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 729, including 386 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 76.14%. Male literacy was 87.25% and female literacy was 63.90%.