Ruppur - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Ruppur is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 40.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Baidyapur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruppur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruppur is 322072. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.64 hectares and falls under the 741238 pincode. Chakdha is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ruppur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruppur
As per Census 2011, Ruppur village has a total population of 2,280 people, consisting of 1,201 males and 1,079 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,499 literate and 781 illiterate residents. Additionally, 887 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 656 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruppur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,280 | 1,201 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 887 | 468 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 656 | 321 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 869 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 332 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Ruppur
Ruppur 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 Ruppur
Ruppur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ruppur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdha to Ruppur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Ruppur is about 40.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruppur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruppur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ruppur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruppur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ruppur
Where is Ruppur located?
Ruppur village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruppur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruppur is Baidyapur-i.
What is the pincode of Ruppur?
The pincode of Ruppur is 741238.
What is the population of Ruppur?
Ruppur has a total population of 2,280, including 1,201 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Ruppur?
There are 561 households in Ruppur.
What is the literacy rate in Ruppur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruppur is 65.75%. Male literacy is 72.36% and female literacy is 58.39%.