Ramchandrapur Village - Simulia, Balasore
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Similia and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Kanheibandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 394226. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ramchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 350 people, consisting of 185 males and 165 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 185 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 158 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 27 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansapada | East | 0.60 km |
| Dadhibamanpur | South-West | 0.64 km |
| Kaneibindha | North | 0.91 km |
| Chandighar | West | 1.24 km |
| Basukharji | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Aruha | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Tirukhua | North | 1.81 km |
| Parameswarpur | South | 1.84 km |
| Maharana | West | 2.08 km |
| Naichhanpur | North-East | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramchandrapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ramchandrapur. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Ramchandrapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ramchandrapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramchandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Kanheibandha.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 756134.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 350, including 185 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 76 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 83.71%. Male literacy is 85.41% and female literacy is 81.82%.