Rampur - Jat, Sangli
Rampur is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 568928. The village covers a total geographical area of 1261 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 2,577 people, consisting of 1,367 males and 1,210 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,661 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,577 | 1,367 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 161 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 221 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 990 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 377 | 539 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Washan | West | 3.62 km |
| Yeldari | South | 4.31 km |
| Mallal | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Khalati | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Kanthi | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Jat | North-East | 6.02 km |
| Tippehalli | North | 7.26 km |
| Salmalgewadi | South | 7.94 km |
| Bagewadi | North-West | 8.19 km |
| Devnal | East | 8.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur 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 Gulvanchi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Rampur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Rampur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
Rampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 416404.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 2,577, including 1,367 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 527 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 64.45%. Male literacy is 72.42% and female literacy is 55.45%.