Arampur Village - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Arampur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.3 km from Gosaba and around 93.1 km from Alipore. Gosaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arampur is 335148. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.73 hectares and falls under the 743378 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Arampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arampur
As per Census 2011, Arampur village has a total population of 6,618 people, consisting of 3,329 males and 3,289 females. The village has 1,642 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 680 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,924 literate and 1,694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arampur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,618 | 3,329 | 3,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 336 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,864 | 931 | 933 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 232 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 4,924 | 2,666 | 2,258 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,694 | 663 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Arampur
Arampur 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 Arampur
Arampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Arampur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Arampur is about 93.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Arampur
Where is Arampur located?
Arampur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arampur is Gosaba.
What is the pincode of Arampur?
The pincode of Arampur is 743378.
What is the population of Arampur?
Arampur has a total population of 6,618, including 3,329 males and 3,289 females.
How many households are there in Arampur?
There are 1,642 households in Arampur.
What is the literacy rate in Arampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arampur is 74.40%. Male literacy is 80.08% and female literacy is 68.65%.