Ramrayer Gheri - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Ramrayer Gheri is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.9 km from Canning and around 50.8 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramrayer Gheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramrayer Gheri is 333850. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.37 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ramrayer Gheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramrayer Gheri
According to the 2011 Census, Ramrayer Gheri village had a total population of 1,564 people, including 791 males and 773 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.64%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 65.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 1,564 | 791 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 147 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 536 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 255 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Ramrayer Gheri
Ramrayer Gheri 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 Ramrayer Gheri
Ramrayer Gheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ramrayer Gheri.
| 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 Canning to Ramrayer Gheri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ramrayer Gheri is about 50.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramrayer Gheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramrayer Gheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ramrayer Gheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramrayer Gheri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramrayer Gheri
Where is Ramrayer Gheri located?
Ramrayer Gheri village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramrayer Gheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramrayer Gheri is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Ramrayer Gheri?
The pincode of Ramrayer Gheri is 743329.
What is the population of Ramrayer Gheri?
Ramrayer Gheri had a total population of 1,564, including 791 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Ramrayer Gheri?
Ramrayer Gheri had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramrayer Gheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramrayer Gheri was 74.64%. Male literacy was 83.23% and female literacy was 65.64%.