Ramchandrapur - Singur, Hooghly
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from Singur. Nasibpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 325541. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.62 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Sheoraphulli 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. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramchandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ramchandrapur village had a total population of 1,229 people, including 654 males and 575 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.11%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 85.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 1,229 | 654 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 580 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 74 | 120 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahammadpur | South-West | 0.39 km |
| Gobindapur | North | 0.59 km |
| Haripur | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Diara | North | 1.58 km |
| Pahlanpur | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Mollasimla | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Rostampur | West | 2.07 km |
| Chhinamor | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Rasulpur | West | 2.52 km |
| Baharampur | South | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramchandrapur
Public transport in the Ramchandrapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Diara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheoraphulli to Ramchandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Nasibpur.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 712223.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur had a total population of 1,229, including 654 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur was 91.11%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 85.85%.