Ramachandrapur - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Ramachandrapur is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kerkera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramachandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramachandrapur is 388826. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramachandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramachandrapur village has a total population of 598 people, consisting of 285 males and 313 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 481 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramachandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 285 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 48 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 231 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 117 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 168 | 229 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumbisahi | East | 1.13 km |
| Kasia | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Pokharia | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Jhalakiani | South | 2.43 km |
| Nedhuapal | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Badabill | West | 2.97 km |
| Madarangajodi | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Mata | East | 3.07 km |
| Haladia | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Baria | North | 3.71 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 Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karanjia to Ramachandrapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Ramachandrapur is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramachandrapur
Where is Ramachandrapur located?
Ramachandrapur village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramachandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramachandrapur is Kerkera.
What is the pincode of Ramachandrapur?
The pincode of Ramachandrapur is 757037.
What is the population of Ramachandrapur?
Ramachandrapur has a total population of 598, including 285 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Ramachandrapur?
There are 105 households in Ramachandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramachandrapur is 33.61%. Male literacy is 41.05% and female literacy is 26.84%.