Ramnagar - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Ramnagar is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 43.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Ulkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramnagar is 316748. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.66 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ramnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ramnagar village had a total population of 1,446 people, including 734 males and 712 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.37%, with male literacy at 87.56% and female literacy at 71.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 597.
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 | 1,446 | 734 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 293 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 584 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 150 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Ramnagar
Ramnagar 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 Ramnagar
Ramnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Ramnagar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Ramnagar is about 43.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramnagar 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 Ramnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramnagar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ramnagar
Where is Ramnagar located?
Ramnagar village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramnagar is Ulkunda.
What is the pincode of Ramnagar?
The pincode of Ramnagar is 731213.
What is the population of Ramnagar?
Ramnagar had a total population of 1,446, including 734 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Ramnagar?
Ramnagar had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramnagar was 79.37%. Male literacy was 87.56% and female literacy was 71.10%.