Ramchandrapur - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.6 km from Diamond Harbour and around 29.6 km from Alipore. Mashat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 334350. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.07 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ramchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 1,094 people, consisting of 577 males and 517 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 743 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 610 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,094 | 577 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 315 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 441 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 136 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur 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 Ramchandrapur
Ramchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ramchandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Ramchandrapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ramchandrapur is about 29.6 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 Ramchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ramchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramchandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Mashat.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 743331.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur has a total population of 1,094, including 577 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 254 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 67.92%. Male literacy is 76.43% and female literacy is 58.41%.