Rampur - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Rampur is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.9 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 47 km from Howrah. Rampur-dihibhusut Asanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 332478. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.77 hectares and falls under the 711226 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 4,765 people, consisting of 2,481 males and 2,284 females. The village has 1,118 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,413 literate and 1,352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 706 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,765 | 2,481 | 2,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 222 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 706 | 349 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,413 | 1,937 | 1,476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,352 | 544 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Rampur | South | 1.44 km |
| Pantahari | West | 1.46 km |
| Asanda | East | 1.52 km |
| Harili | South | 1.94 km |
| Balipur | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Neota | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Shyampur | North | 2.32 km |
| Dihi Bhursut | East | 2.47 km |
| Sitapur | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Kotalpara | North-East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tarakeswar to Rampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Rampur is about 47 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 Rampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Rampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Rampur-dihibhusut Asanda.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 711226.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 4,765, including 2,481 males and 2,284 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 1,118 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 71.63%. Male literacy is 78.07% and female literacy is 64.62%.