Rampur - Chanchal - II, Malda
Rampur is a village situated in the Chanchal - II subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Malatipur and around 58 km from English Bazar. Bhakri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 312249. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.07 hectares and falls under the 732126 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 1,891 people, consisting of 990 males and 901 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 963 literate and 928 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,891 | 990 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 135 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 104 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 535 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 928 | 455 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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 Rampur
Rampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rampur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Rampur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Rampur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Chanchal - II Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Bhakri.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 732126.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 1,891, including 990 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 429 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 50.93%. Male literacy is 54.04% and female literacy is 47.50%.