Rampura - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Rampura is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 154 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Rampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampura is 105311. The village covers a total geographical area of 959.85 hectares and falls under the 326516 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Rampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampura
As per Census 2011, Rampura village has a total population of 1,727 people, consisting of 867 males and 860 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 776 literate and 951 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,727 | 867 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 115 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 193 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 776 | 494 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 951 | 373 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Rampura
Rampura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachhnara | North | 3.43 km |
| Sarwar | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Chara | West | 4.41 km |
| Magsi | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Bardiya Heerji | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Chiri | North-West | 5.76 km |
| Borkheri Kachhnara | North | 5.91 km |
| Bardiya Lakha | North-West | 6.21 km |
| Lakha Kheri Parmar | North-West | 6.33 km |
| Chor Bardi | North | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampura
Rampura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talavli, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 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 Bhawani Mandi to Rampura is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Rampura is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampura
Where is Rampura located?
Rampura village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampura?
Rampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampura?
The pincode of Rampura is 326516.
What is the population of Rampura?
Rampura has a total population of 1,727, including 867 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Rampura?
There are 340 households in Rampura.
What is the literacy rate in Rampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampura is 44.93%. Male literacy is 56.98% and female literacy is 32.79%.