Ramgarha - Colonelganj, Gonda
Ramgarha is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Ramgarha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramgarha is 174879. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.23 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Colonelganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Ramgarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramgarha
As per Census 2011, Ramgarha village has a total population of 2,424 people, consisting of 1,326 males and 1,098 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 951 literate and 1,473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramgarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,424 | 1,326 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 295 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 171 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 632 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 694 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Ramgarha
Ramgarha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asarna | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Pure Than | South | 1.41 km |
| Umariya | South | 1.42 km |
| Barwaliya Kurmi | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Dudahi | North | 1.80 km |
| Paharapur | East | 2.05 km |
| Pipari Rawat | West | 2.13 km |
| Vishunpur | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Debi Tilmaha | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Mankapur | North-West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramgarha
Ramgarha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colonelganj to Ramgarha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Ramgarha is about 33 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 Ramgarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramgarha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ramgarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramgarha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramgarha
Where is Ramgarha located?
Ramgarha village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramgarha?
Ramgarha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramgarha?
The pincode of Ramgarha is 271502.
What is the population of Ramgarha?
Ramgarha has a total population of 2,424, including 1,326 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Ramgarha?
There are 339 households in Ramgarha.
What is the literacy rate in Ramgarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramgarha is 39.23%. Male literacy is 47.66% and female literacy is 29.05%.