Rampur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Rampur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 032000. The village covers a total geographical area of 1010 hectares and falls under the 144531 pincode. Garhshankar 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
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 1,547 people, consisting of 756 males and 791 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,208 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 537 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,547 | 756 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 87 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 259 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 1,208 | 623 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 133 | 206 |
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
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Rampur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 144531.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 1,547, including 756 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 333 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 78.09%. Male literacy is 82.41% and female literacy is 73.96%.