Rampur Kalan - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Rampur Kalan is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Rampur Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur Kalan is 201046. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.68 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rampur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur Kalan village had a total population of 1,776 people, including 838 males and 938 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.25%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 56.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,776 | 838 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 157 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 116 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 585 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 253 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur Kalan
Rampur Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur Kalan
Rampur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaunpur to Rampur Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Rampur Kalan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rampur Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rampur Kalan
Where is Rampur Kalan located?
Rampur Kalan village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur Kalan is Rampur Kala.
What is the pincode of Rampur Kalan?
The pincode of Rampur Kalan is 222143.
What is the population of Rampur Kalan?
Rampur Kalan had a total population of 1,776, including 838 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Rampur Kalan?
Rampur Kalan had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur Kalan was 70.25%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 56.89%.