Ramjibanpur - Arsha, Purulia
Ramjibanpur is a village situated in the Arsha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.9 km from Sirkabad and around 15.1 km from Purulia. Hensla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramjibanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramjibanpur is 331218. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.32 hectares and falls under the 723154 pincode. Bokaro is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ramjibanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramjibanpur
As per Census 2011, Ramjibanpur village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 486 males and 455 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramjibanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 486 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 296 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 190 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Ramjibanpur
Ramjibanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hesla | West | 1.85 km |
| Jhujhka | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Satra | East | 2.06 km |
| Haranama | North | 2.23 km |
| Ibirkola Alias Misirdi | South | 2.85 km |
| Bhursa | North | 3.15 km |
| Jeledi | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Jhariadi | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Salaidahar | West | 4.05 km |
| Beldi | North | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramjibanpur
Ramjibanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamna, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bokaro to Ramjibanpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Ramjibanpur is about 15.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramjibanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramjibanpur 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 Ramjibanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramjibanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramjibanpur
Where is Ramjibanpur located?
Ramjibanpur village is located in Arsha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramjibanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramjibanpur is Hensla.
What is the pincode of Ramjibanpur?
The pincode of Ramjibanpur is 723154.
What is the population of Ramjibanpur?
Ramjibanpur has a total population of 941, including 486 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Ramjibanpur?
There are 166 households in Ramjibanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramjibanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramjibanpur is 47.08%. Male literacy is 60.91% and female literacy is 32.31%.