Ramapur - Chikiti, Ganjam
Ramapur is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Nuagaon and around 52 km from Chatrapur. Ramachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramapur is 413071. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 761010 pincode. Chikiti is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ramapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ramapur village had a total population of 384 people, including 188 males and 196 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.77%, with male literacy at 79.52% and female literacy at 56.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 384 | 188 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 132 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 56 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Ramapur
Ramapur 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 Ramapur
Ramapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ramapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikiti to Ramapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ramapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramapur 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 Ramapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramapur 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 Ramapur
Where is Ramapur located?
Ramapur village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ramapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramapur is Ramachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Ramapur?
The pincode of Ramapur is 761010.
What is the population of Ramapur?
Ramapur had a total population of 384, including 188 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Ramapur?
Ramapur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramapur was 67.77%. Male literacy was 79.52% and female literacy was 56.02%.