Char Rampur - Balagarh, Hooghly
Char Rampur is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.9 km from Patuligram and around 41.8 km from Chinsura. Charkrishnabati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Rampur is 324914. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.05 hectares and falls under the 712512 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Char Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Char Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Char Rampur village had a total population of 195 people, including 97 males and 98 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.61%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 97 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 89 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 80 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 17 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Char Rampur
Char 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krishnabati | West | 1.34 km |
| Nutan Char Krishnabati | North | 1.62 km |
| Arazi Guptipara | West | 1.78 km |
| Suresh Nagar | East | 1.97 km |
| Rasulpur Char | South | 2.13 km |
| Sabek Char Krishnabati | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Aida Kismat | West | 2.52 km |
| Char Rasulpur | South | 2.68 km |
| Char Sundalpur | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Nilnagar | North-East | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Rampur
Char Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Behula, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 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 Kalna to Char Rampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Char Rampur is about 41.8 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 Char Rampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Rampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Char 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 Char 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Char Rampur
Where is Char Rampur located?
Char Rampur village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Char Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Rampur is Charkrishnabati.
What is the pincode of Char Rampur?
The pincode of Char Rampur is 712512.
What is the population of Char Rampur?
Char Rampur had a total population of 195, including 97 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Char Rampur?
Char Rampur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Char Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Rampur was 81.61%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 73.81%.