Ramachandrapur - Sanakhemundi, Ganjam
Ramachandrapur is a village situated in the Sanakhemundi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Patapur and around 65 km from Chatrapur. Narendrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramachandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramachandrapur is 412383. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 39 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 Hinjili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramachandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramachandrapur village has a total population of 3,231 people, consisting of 1,672 males and 1,559 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,824 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramachandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,231 | 1,672 | 1,559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 208 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,824 | 1,108 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 564 | 843 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharmaraypur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Ramakrishnapur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Andirasingi | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Dengadi | East | 2.14 km |
| Srichandanapur | North | 2.16 km |
| Paikajaganathpur | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Bhaliajhola | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Ostajaganathpur | South | 2.64 km |
| Kirtipur | North | 2.78 km |
| Erendra | South-East | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramachandrapur
Ramachandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Ramachandrapur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ramachandrapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ramachandrapur
Where is Ramachandrapur located?
Ramachandrapur village is located in Sanakhemundi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramachandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramachandrapur is Narendrapur.
What is the pincode of Ramachandrapur?
The pincode of Ramachandrapur is 761013.
What is the population of Ramachandrapur?
Ramachandrapur has a total population of 3,231, including 1,672 males and 1,559 females.
How many households are there in Ramachandrapur?
There are 600 households in Ramachandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramachandrapur is 56.45%. Male literacy is 66.27% and female literacy is 45.93%.