Ramchandrapur Village - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 86.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Maligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 310546. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.73 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 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 1,313 people, consisting of 666 males and 647 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 653 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 902 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,313 | 666 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 75 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 462 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 104 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 415 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 251 | 409 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchanagar | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Jafarpur | East | 0.92 km |
| Gangajit | South | 1.32 km |
| Randanga | West | 1.37 km |
| Madhabpur Baragachhi | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Chandail | North | 1.65 km |
| Lohaganja | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Sekendarpur | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Panchhata | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Hasnagar | West | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur 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 32.1 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 Kaliyaganj to Ramchandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Ramchandrapur is about 86.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Maligaon.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 733132.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 1,313, including 666 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 325 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 49.73%. Male literacy is 62.31% and female literacy is 36.79%.