Ramachandrapur - Basta, Balasore
Ramachandrapur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Basta and around 41 km from Baleshwar. Rainsuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramachandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramachandrapur is 392319. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ramachandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balasore Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ramachandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramachandrapur village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 277 males and 242 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramachandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 277 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 223 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 54 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Ramachandrapur
Ramachandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandipur | South | 1.11 km |
| Chalanti | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Chalnti | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Velora | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Thengudia(thenguria) | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Baitpara | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Gangadharpur | South | 2.22 km |
| Hatimara | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Sonpur | South | 2.77 km |
| Belgan | West | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramachandrapur
Public transport in the Ramachandrapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.2 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Ramachandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ramachandrapur is about 41 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 Ramachandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramachandrapur 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 Ramachandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramachandrapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramachandrapur
Where is Ramachandrapur located?
Ramachandrapur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramachandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramachandrapur is Rainsuan.
What is the pincode of Ramachandrapur?
The pincode of Ramachandrapur is 756029.
What is the population of Ramachandrapur?
Ramachandrapur has a total population of 519, including 277 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Ramachandrapur?
There are 107 households in Ramachandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramachandrapur is 72.45%. Male literacy is 80.51% and female literacy is 63.22%.