Rautgram - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Rautgram is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.2 km from Manteswar. Mamudpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rautgram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautgram is 319693. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.32 hectares and falls under the 713145 pincode. Barddhaman is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Rautgram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purbasthali Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rautgram
As per Census 2011, Rautgram village has a total population of 3,506 people, consisting of 1,746 males and 1,760 females. The village has 790 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,165 literate and 1,341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 740 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rautgram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,506 | 1,746 | 1,760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 237 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 740 | 365 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,165 | 1,157 | 1,008 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,341 | 589 | 752 |
Nearby Villages of Rautgram
Rautgram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmapur | West | 1.45 km |
| Masdanga | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Mathura | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Sutra | East | 2.06 km |
| Purunia | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Baruna | South | 2.26 km |
| Kaigram | West | 2.34 km |
| Gohaildanga | South | 2.36 km |
| Uttardihi | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Dwari | North | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rautgram
Rautgram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Purbasthali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 km.
| 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 Barddhaman to Rautgram is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rautgram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautgram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rautgram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautgram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rautgram
Where is Rautgram located?
Rautgram village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rautgram?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautgram is Mamudpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Rautgram?
The pincode of Rautgram is 713145.
What is the population of Rautgram?
Rautgram has a total population of 3,506, including 1,746 males and 1,760 females.
How many households are there in Rautgram?
There are 790 households in Rautgram.
What is the literacy rate in Rautgram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautgram is 61.75%. Male literacy is 66.27% and female literacy is 57.27%.