Rajarampur - Bishnupur - I, South 24 Parganas
Rajarampur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.3 km from Bishnupur and around 31.4 km from Alipore. Kulerdari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajarampur is 333400. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.18 hectares and falls under the 743503 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Rajarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajarampur
As per Census 2011, Rajarampur village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 616 males and 626 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 926 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 616 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 264 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 926 | 492 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 124 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Rajarampur
Rajarampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karimpur Kismat | South | 0.85 km |
| Rammakhaler Chak | East | 0.93 km |
| Gopalnagar | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Karimpur | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Kulerdari | East | 1.84 km |
| Sarmaster Chak | West | 1.96 km |
| Raghudebpur | South | 2.00 km |
| Kalua | North | 2.03 km |
| Chak Rajumolla | West | 2.26 km |
| Amgachhi | South | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajarampur
Rajarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Alipur (calcutta), while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.5 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 Calcutta to Rajarampur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Rajarampur is about 31.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajarampur 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 Rajarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajarampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajarampur
Where is Rajarampur located?
Rajarampur village is located in Bishnupur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajarampur is Kulerdari.
What is the pincode of Rajarampur?
The pincode of Rajarampur is 743503.
What is the population of Rajarampur?
Rajarampur has a total population of 1,242, including 616 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Rajarampur?
There are 307 households in Rajarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajarampur is 74.56%. Male literacy is 79.87% and female literacy is 69.33%.