Rampur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Rampur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 031851. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 146021 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
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 Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 1,410 people, including 718 males and 692 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.90%, with male literacy at 87.24% and female literacy at 76.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290.
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 | 1,410 | 718 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 91 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 146 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 547 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 171 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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 Rampur
Public transport in the Rampur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Rampur 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rampur?
Rampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 146021.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 1,410, including 718 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 81.90%. Male literacy was 87.24% and female literacy was 76.62%.