Ram Khera - Dhampur, Bijnor
Ram Khera is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Ramkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ram Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ram Khera is 113910. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.62 hectares and falls under the 246761 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ram Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ram Khera
As per Census 2011, Ram Khera village has a total population of 1,379 people, consisting of 720 males and 659 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 869 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 964 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ram Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,379 | 720 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 104 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 964 | 502 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 502 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 218 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Ram Khera
Ram Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur Bulandi | North | 1.20 km |
| Sela Kheri | West | 1.24 km |
| Tarapur | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Dehra Bulandi | East | 1.39 km |
| Khawza Ahamadpur Jalal | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Gospur Khalsa | North | 1.52 km |
| Munda Kheri | South | 1.53 km |
| Mazra Satwai | East | 1.74 km |
| Boorpur Nawada | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Bhogpur | North-East | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ram Khera
Public transport in the Ram Khera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mewa Nawada, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijnor to Ram Khera is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Ram Khera is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ram Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ram Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ram Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ram Khera 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 Ram Khera
Where is Ram Khera located?
Ram Khera village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ram Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ram Khera is Ramkheda.
What is the pincode of Ram Khera?
The pincode of Ram Khera is 246761.
What is the population of Ram Khera?
Ram Khera has a total population of 1,379, including 720 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Ram Khera?
There are 244 households in Ram Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Ram Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ram Khera is 63.02%. Male literacy is 69.72% and female literacy is 55.69%.