Ramchandra Nagar - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Ramchandra Nagar is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from Bakrahat and around 23 km from Alipore. Patharberia Jaychandipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandra Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandra Nagar is 333511. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.53 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ramchandra Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramchandra Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ramchandra Nagar village had a total population of 2,043 people, including 1,078 males and 965 females, living in 496 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.81%, with male literacy at 88.72% and female literacy at 78.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 2,043 | 1,078 | 965 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,563 | 881 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 197 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Ramchandra Nagar
Ramchandra Nagar 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 Ramchandra Nagar
Public transport in the Ramchandra Nagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Calcutta to Ramchandra Nagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ramchandra Nagar is about 23 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 Ramchandra Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramchandra Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ramchandra Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramchandra Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramchandra Nagar
Where is Ramchandra Nagar located?
Ramchandra Nagar village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandra Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandra Nagar is Patharberia Jaychandipur.
What is the pincode of Ramchandra Nagar?
The pincode of Ramchandra Nagar is 743377.
What is the population of Ramchandra Nagar?
Ramchandra Nagar had a total population of 2,043, including 1,078 males and 965 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandra Nagar?
Ramchandra Nagar had 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandra Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandra Nagar was 83.81%. Male literacy was 88.72% and female literacy was 78.21%.