Ramchandrapur - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.5 km from Baru and around 32.4 km from Alipore. Harinarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 334913. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.78 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramchandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ramchandrapur village had a total population of 3,214 people, including 1,664 males and 1,550 females, living in 681 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.17%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 62.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 985.
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 | 3,214 | 1,664 | 1,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 232 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 512 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,934 | 1,077 | 857 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 587 | 693 |
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 van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ramchandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Ramchandrapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ramchandrapur is about 32.4 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Harinarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 743337.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur had a total population of 3,214, including 1,664 males and 1,550 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur had 681 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur was 69.17%. Male literacy was 75.21% and female literacy was 62.83%.