Ramchandrapur - Jamalpur, Purba Bardhaman
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Jamalpur subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Jamalpur. Chakdighi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 320668. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.74 hectares and falls under the 713404 pincode. Memari 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.
Population of Ramchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 851 people, consisting of 439 males and 412 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 439 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 235 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 307 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 132 | 205 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopikantapur | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Jotsubal | North | 1.41 km |
| Pranballabhpur | South | 1.43 km |
| Shura | West | 1.56 km |
| Bhairabpur | East | 1.69 km |
| Shukpur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Shrimanpur | East | 2.31 km |
| Kalna | West | 2.42 km |
| Kubajpur | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Kanshra | North-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jhapandanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Memari 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Jamalpur Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Chakdighi.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 713404.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 851, including 439 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 191 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 60.40%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 50.24%.