Ramchandrapur - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Baduria. Ramchandrapur Uday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 323437. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.97 hectares and falls under the 743456 pincode. Baduria 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 Swarupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramchandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ramchandrapur village had a total population of 5,650 people, including 2,899 males and 2,751 females, living in 1,352 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.97%, with male literacy at 75.75% and female literacy at 74.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 539.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,650 | 2,899 | 2,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 375 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 294 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,715 | 1,912 | 1,803 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,935 | 987 | 948 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulia | South | 1.22 km |
| Narikelberia | West | 1.58 km |
| Hugle | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Gokulpur | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Sompur | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Buruj | West | 2.38 km |
| Atlia | West | 2.60 km |
| Masia | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Keutsa | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Nabastia | South | 3.10 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 Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baduria to Ramchandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Ramchandrapur Uday.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 743456.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur had a total population of 5,650, including 2,899 males and 2,751 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur had 1,352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur was 74.97%. Male literacy was 75.75% and female literacy was 74.17%.