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
According to the 2011 Census, Raman village had a total population of 315 people, including 162 males and 153 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.07%, with male literacy at 82.99% and female literacy at 76.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 315 | 162 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 315, including 162 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Raman?
Raman had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raman was 80.07%. Male literacy was 82.99% and female literacy was 76.98%.