Rampur - Sult, Almora
Rampur is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Patiya Chaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 052104. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.7 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 122 people, including 46 males and 76 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,652 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 67.14%.
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 | 122 | 46 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 13 | 29 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipana | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Katriya Malla | West | 1.03 km |
| Darmi | North | 1.29 km |
| Chhater Munil | South | 1.35 km |
| Jhipa | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Rankuna | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Kaphalta Malla | North | 1.93 km |
| Kaligaon | East | 1.98 km |
| Katriya Talla | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Kalsir | South-West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Rampur is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Rampur is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Patiya Chaura.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 263676.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 122, including 46 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 76.19%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 67.14%.