Rampur - Kashipur, Purulia
Rampur is a village situated in the Kashipur subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.1 km from Kashipur and around 54.8 km from Purulia. Manihara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 330683. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.92 hectares and falls under the 723132 pincode. R. N. Pur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rampur village had a total population of 714 people, including 359 males and 355 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.34%, with male literacy at 93.38% and female literacy at 65.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 567.
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 | 714 | 359 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 287 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 296 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 63 | 144 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rampur. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Rampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R. N. Pur to Rampur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Rampur is about 54.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Kashipur Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Manihara.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 723132.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur had a total population of 714, including 359 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
Rampur had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur was 79.34%. Male literacy was 93.38% and female literacy was 65.53%.