Rampur - Simulia, Balasore
Rampur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Similia and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Kanheibandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 394065. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 286 people, including 144 males and 142 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.30%, with male literacy at 93.65% and female literacy at 88.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 286 | 144 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 26 | 29 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rampur. Rampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Soro to Rampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Rampur 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Kanheibandha.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 756134.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 286, including 144 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 91.30%. Male literacy was 93.65% and female literacy was 88.98%.