Ramkan - Pallu, Hanumangarh
Ramkan is a village situated in the Pallu tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from Rawatsar and around 63 km from Hanumangarh. Baramsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramkan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramkan is 068512. The village covers a total geographical area of 2768 hectares and falls under the 335523 pincode. Rawatsar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ramkan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nohar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramkan
As per Census 2011, Ramkan village has a total population of 2,117 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 997 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,287 literate and 830 illiterate residents. Additionally, 674 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramkan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,117 | 1,120 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 148 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 674 | 358 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,287 | 800 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 320 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Ramkan
Ramkan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phogala | South-East | 3.10 km |
| 6 Rpm | North-East | 4.37 km |
| 4 Kksm | East | 4.59 km |
| 9 Kkm | East | 4.76 km |
| 3 Kksm | East | 4.76 km |
| Chanderi Chhoti | South | 5.18 km |
| 2 Kksm-a | North-East | 5.50 km |
| 5 Kksm | East | 5.66 km |
| Poharka Barani | North-West | 5.76 km |
| 10 Kkm | South-East | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramkan
Ramkan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nohar, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rawatsar to Ramkan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to Ramkan is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramkan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramkan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ramkan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramkan 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 Ramkan
Where is Ramkan located?
Ramkan village is located in Pallu Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramkan is Baramsar.
What is the pincode of Ramkan?
The pincode of Ramkan is 335523.
What is the population of Ramkan?
Ramkan has a total population of 2,117, including 1,120 males and 997 females.
How many households are there in Ramkan?
There are 352 households in Ramkan.
What is the literacy rate in Ramkan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramkan is 60.79%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 48.85%.