Ramdebpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Ramdebpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 43.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramdebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramdebpur is 310684. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.7 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ramdebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramdebpur
As per Census 2011, Ramdebpur village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 595 males and 579 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramdebpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 595 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 64 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 130 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 295 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 300 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Ramdebpur
Ramdebpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ilamtair | South-West | 0.46 km |
| Arazi Ilamtair | East | 0.87 km |
| Haridaspur | North | 0.90 km |
| Hekandair | South | 1.12 km |
| Fayezpur | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Mahurkismat | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Rasidpur | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Kashimpur | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Jahangirpur | North | 1.87 km |
| Enayatpur | South-East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramdebpur
Ramdebpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gangarampur to Ramdebpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Ramdebpur is about 43.5 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 Ramdebpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramdebpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ramdebpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramdebpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramdebpur
Where is Ramdebpur located?
Ramdebpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramdebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramdebpur is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Ramdebpur?
The pincode of Ramdebpur is 733124.
What is the population of Ramdebpur?
Ramdebpur has a total population of 1,174, including 595 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Ramdebpur?
There are 253 households in Ramdebpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramdebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramdebpur is 45.66%. Male literacy is 49.58% and female literacy is 41.62%.