Banarampur - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Banarampur is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 101.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Rajgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banarampur is 316005. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.23 hectares and falls under the 731222 pincode. Pakur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Banarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banarampur
As per Census 2011, Banarampur village has a total population of 3,786 people, consisting of 1,864 males and 1,922 females. The village has 752 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 706 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,646 literate and 2,140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,786 | 1,864 | 1,922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 706 | 339 | 367 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,646 | 879 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,140 | 985 | 1,155 |
Nearby Villages of Banarampur
Banarampur 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 Banarampur
Banarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Banarampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakur to Banarampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Banarampur is about 101.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banarampur 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 Banarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banarampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banarampur
Where is Banarampur located?
Banarampur village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Banarampur is Rajgram.
What is the pincode of Banarampur?
The pincode of Banarampur is 731222.
What is the population of Banarampur?
Banarampur has a total population of 3,786, including 1,864 males and 1,922 females.
How many households are there in Banarampur?
There are 752 households in Banarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Banarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banarampur is 43.48%. Male literacy is 47.16% and female literacy is 39.91%.