Ramchandrapur - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 75.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Murarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 316043. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.11 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ramchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 5,226 people, consisting of 2,643 males and 2,583 females. The village has 1,240 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 727 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,745 literate and 2,481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,635 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,226 | 2,643 | 2,583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 727 | 358 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,635 | 805 | 830 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 44 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 2,745 | 1,471 | 1,274 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,481 | 1,172 | 1,309 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kestara | East | 1.29 km |
| Dadpur | South | 1.46 km |
| Bahadurpur | West | 1.52 km |
| Kashipur | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Paniara | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Bhadiswar | North | 1.94 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Duria | South | 2.20 km |
| Singhanagar | West | 2.21 km |
| Tapna | South-West | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramchandrapur
Public transport in the Ramchandrapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Ramchandrapur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Ramchandrapur is about 75.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Murarai.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 731219.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 5,226, including 2,643 males and 2,583 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 1,240 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 52.53%. Male literacy is 55.66% and female literacy is 49.32%.