Ramchandrapur - Khanakul - II, Hooghly
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Khanakul - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Khanakul and around 90.1 km from Chinsura. Rajhati-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 325903. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.08 hectares and falls under the 712406 pincode. Arambagh 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 5,299 people, consisting of 2,708 males and 2,591 females. The village has 1,084 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 787 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,157 literate and 2,142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,299 | 2,708 | 2,591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 787 | 413 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,205 | 1,641 | 1,564 |
| Literate Population | 3,157 | 1,773 | 1,384 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,142 | 935 | 1,207 |
Nearby Villages of Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Ramchandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Ramchandrapur is about 90.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Khanakul - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Rajhati-i.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 712406.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 5,299, including 2,708 males and 2,591 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 1,084 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 59.58%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 53.42%.