Rampur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Rampur is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Rampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 113951. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.29 hectares and falls under the 246733 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rampur 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 Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 1,500 people, consisting of 764 males and 736 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,500 | 764 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 600 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 164 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haldua Mafi | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Pathanagi | South | 1.21 km |
| Burha Nangla | North | 1.49 km |
| Dumela Maphi | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Khakunangla | West | 1.87 km |
| Qazipura Khalsa | South | 2.25 km |
| Chak Nasirpur | South | 2.30 km |
| Musapur | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Kiwar | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Shankli | North | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanth, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 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 Rampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Rampur is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampur 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 Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
Rampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 246733.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 1,500, including 764 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 242 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 65.93%. Male literacy is 78.53% and female literacy is 52.85%.