Ramachandrapur - Delanga, Puri
Ramachandrapur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Celangkothabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramachandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramachandrapur is 408613. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramachandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ramachandrapur village had a total population of 956 people, including 482 males and 474 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 74.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 432, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 956 | 482 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 220 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 377 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 105 | 158 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Delangakothabar | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Amalanga | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Gauradeipur | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Ayatanarua | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Beraboi | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Sujanapur | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Buali | East | 1.80 km |
| Ratanapur | North | 1.92 km |
| Benupara | West | 2.03 km |
| Manijipur | South-West | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramachandrapur
Ramachandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanas Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Ramachandrapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ramachandrapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ramachandrapur
Where is Ramachandrapur located?
Ramachandrapur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramachandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramachandrapur is Celangkothabada.
What is the pincode of Ramachandrapur?
The pincode of Ramachandrapur is 752015.
What is the population of Ramachandrapur?
Ramachandrapur had a total population of 956, including 482 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Ramachandrapur?
Ramachandrapur had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramachandrapur was 81.82%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 74.53%.