Rampur - Chandrakona - II, Paschim Medinipur
Rampur is a village situated in the Chandrakona - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Basanchora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 337552. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.33 hectares and falls under the 721201 pincode. Chandrakona is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 920 people, including 479 males and 441 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.73%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 83.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279.
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 | 920 | 479 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 139 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 396 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 83 | 113 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandrakona to Rampur is about 8 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Chandrakona - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Basanchora.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 721201.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 920, including 479 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 88.73%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 83.89%.