Ramgarh - Tapa, Barnala
Ramgarh is a village situated in the Tapa tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tapa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Barnala. Ramgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramgarh is 040078. The village covers a total geographical area of 729.27 hectares and falls under the 148100 pincode. Bhadaur is the nearest town.
Ramgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramgarh
As per Census 2011, Ramgarh village has a total population of 2,841 people, consisting of 1,527 males and 1,314 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,578 literate and 1,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,841 | 1,527 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 166 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,174 | 624 | 550 |
| Literate Population | 1,578 | 896 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 631 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Ramgarh
Ramgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Madrasa | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Madrasa | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Ballamgarh | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Chak Badhai | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Bhagsar | South | 5.13 km |
| Badhai | East | 5.31 km |
| Fattanwala | North-East | 5.78 km |
| Lakhewali | South-West | 6.76 km |
| Chak Attari Saddarwala | North-East | 7.56 km |
| Chak Kala Singhwala | North | 7.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramgarh
Ramgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhagsar, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barnala to Ramgarh is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramgarh
Where is Ramgarh located?
Ramgarh village is located in Tapa Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramgarh?
Ramgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramgarh?
The pincode of Ramgarh is 148100.
What is the population of Ramgarh?
Ramgarh has a total population of 2,841, including 1,527 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Ramgarh?
There are 548 households in Ramgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Ramgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramgarh is 55.54%. Male literacy is 58.68% and female literacy is 51.90%.