Rampur - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Rampur is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Fakruwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 029715. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Shahkot 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 Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 563 people, including 281 males and 282 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.92%, with male literacy at 68.91% and female literacy at 59.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300.
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 | 563 | 281 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 147 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 164 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 117 | 136 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Rampur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Fakruwal.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 144702.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 563, including 281 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 63.92%. Male literacy was 68.91% and female literacy was 59.11%.