Rampur - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Rampur is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Th.rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 424403. The village covers a total geographical area of 726 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 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 Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 2,496 people, consisting of 1,267 males and 1,229 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,428 literate and 1,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 998 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 639 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,496 | 1,267 | 1,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 188 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 998 | 505 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 639 | 311 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 1,428 | 849 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 418 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pokhara | East | 2.21 km |
| Kathakura | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Terangasil | South | 3.12 km |
| Kosabara | South | 3.27 km |
| Dakakota | East | 3.60 km |
| Lanjigada | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Motachuan | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Malipada | South | 3.92 km |
| Bardoli | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Dhamanguda | North-East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Rampur is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Th.rampur.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 766037.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 2,496, including 1,267 males and 1,229 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 658 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 57.21%. Male literacy is 67.01% and female literacy is 47.11%.