Ramchandrapur - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 14.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Sahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 318117. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.09 hectares and falls under the 731104 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ramchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 537 people, consisting of 264 males and 273 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 264 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 181 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 83 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhuliara | South | 1.01 km |
| Itekola | North | 1.05 km |
| Namsahapur | West | 1.05 km |
| Shukdebpur | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Turakbarihad | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Dostabad | West | 1.46 km |
| Kamar Dangal | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Mohammadnagar | West | 1.80 km |
| Sahapur | South | 1.82 km |
| Dakshin Metegram | North-East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kachujor, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 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 Suri to Ramchandrapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Ramchandrapur is about 14.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ramchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramchandrapur 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 Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Sahapur.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 731104.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 537, including 264 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 125 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 64.25%. Male literacy is 68.56% and female literacy is 60.07%.