Rampur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Rampur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 34.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 310716. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.99 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 390 people, consisting of 199 males and 191 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 390 | 199 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 51 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kashipur | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Purbba Bishnupur | North | 1.11 km |
| Ashokgram | South | 1.34 km |
| Kamar Khair | West | 1.53 km |
| Elendari | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Chakashan | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Chakrasail | East | 1.98 km |
| Rayshali | South | 2.06 km |
| Tikirahail | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Garoa | South-East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rampur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gangarampur to Rampur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Rampur is about 34.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampur 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 Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 733141.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 390, including 199 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 86 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 71.54%. Male literacy is 74.37% and female literacy is 68.59%.