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
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 5,650 people, consisting of 2,899 males and 2,751 females. The village has 1,352 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 695 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,715 literate and 1,935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 5,650, including 2,899 males and 2,751 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 1,352 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 65.75%. Male literacy is 65.95% and female literacy is 65.54%.