Ramchandrapur - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kharbandhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 340575. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.77 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 1,144 people, consisting of 583 males and 561 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 754 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,144 | 583 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 754 | 388 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 447 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 136 | 238 |
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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Ramchandrapur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Kharbandhi.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 721506.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 1,144, including 583 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 262 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 67.31%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 57.58%.