Ramchandrapur - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Shyampur and around 45 km from Howrah. Nabagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 333179. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.39 hectares and falls under the 711313 pincode. Uluberia 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 Uluberia Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 6,078 people, consisting of 3,150 males and 2,928 females. The village has 1,300 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 897 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,941 literate and 2,137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 734 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,078 | 3,150 | 2,928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 897 | 464 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 734 | 393 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 66 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 3,941 | 2,179 | 1,762 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,137 | 971 | 1,166 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Kalia | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Ghoshpur Kalia | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Gabardaha | North | 1.43 km |
| Alipur | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Nabagram | North | 2.08 km |
| Kasipur | North | 2.32 km |
| Bhabanipur | West | 2.82 km |
| Balichaturi | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Chandpur | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Puturia | North-West | 3.12 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 Satish Samanta P.h., while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Uluberia to Ramchandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Ramchandrapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Nabagram.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 711313.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 6,078, including 3,150 males and 2,928 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 1,300 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 64.84%. Male literacy is 69.17% and female literacy is 60.18%.