Raman - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Raman is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Raman village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raman is 029519. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.27 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Raman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raman
As per Census 2011, Raman village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 162 males and 153 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 162 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 40 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Raman
Raman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhago Arain | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Jabbowal | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Shahwala Indresa | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Sherpur Sadha | West | 1.90 km |
| Miani Bahadur | North | 2.10 km |
| Tarf Hazi | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Busowal | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Shatabgarh | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Mirzapur | North | 3.25 km |
| Farid Sarai | South-East | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raman
Raman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sultanpur Lodi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kapurthala to Raman is about 32 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 Raman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raman 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 Raman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raman 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 Raman
Where is Raman located?
Raman village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raman?
Raman is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raman?
The pincode of Raman is 144626.
What is the population of Raman?
Raman has a total population of 315, including 162 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Raman?
There are 56 households in Raman.
What is the literacy rate in Raman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raman is 72.70%. Male literacy is 75.31% and female literacy is 69.93%.