Ramkot - Fazilka
Ramkot is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from Fazilka and around 103 km from Firozpur. Ramkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramkot is 035137. The village covers a total geographical area of 1049 hectares and falls under the 152121 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Ramkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramkot
As per Census 2011, Ramkot village has a total population of 2,479 people, consisting of 1,310 males and 1,169 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,389 literate and 1,090 illiterate residents. Additionally, 770 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,479 | 1,310 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 188 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 393 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 809 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,090 | 501 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Ramkot
Ramkot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ramkot
Ramkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ramkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Ramkot is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ramkot
Where is Ramkot located?
Ramkot village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramkot?
Ramkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramkot?
The pincode of Ramkot is 152121.
What is the population of Ramkot?
Ramkot has a total population of 2,479, including 1,310 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Ramkot?
There are 459 households in Ramkot.
What is the literacy rate in Ramkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramkot is 56.03%. Male literacy is 61.76% and female literacy is 49.62%.