Ramnagar - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Ramnagar is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramnagar is 338824. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.15 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town.
Ramnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ramnagar village had a total population of 550 people, including 280 males and 270 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.49%, with male literacy at 76.10% and female literacy at 50.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 362, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 550 | 280 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 186 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 191 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 89 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Ramnagar
Ramnagar 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 Ramnagar
Public transport in the Ramnagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ramnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Ramnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramnagar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ramnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramnagar
Where is Ramnagar located?
Ramnagar village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramnagar is Bishnupur.
What is the pincode of Ramnagar?
The pincode of Ramnagar is 721147.
What is the population of Ramnagar?
Ramnagar had a total population of 550, including 280 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Ramnagar?
Ramnagar had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramnagar was 63.49%. Male literacy was 76.10% and female literacy was 50.41%.