Rampur - Akkalkot, Solapur
Rampur is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 562893. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.37 hectares and falls under the 413216 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 271 people, including 142 males and 129 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.29%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 53.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 104 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 38 | 65 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itage | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Umarge | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Goudgaon Kh. | East | 2.26 km |
| Naganhalli | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Kanthehalli | South | 2.97 km |
| Nimgaon | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Mirajgi | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Akkalkot (rural) | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Mamdabad | North | 4.33 km |
| Jakapur | South | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagansur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Akkalkot to Rampur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Rampur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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) | No | Available within 2-5 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 Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur 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 413216.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 271, including 142 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 70.29%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 53.78%.