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
As per Census 2011, Ramchandrapur village has a total population of 3,214 people, consisting of 1,664 males and 1,550 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,934 literate and 1,280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 985 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandrapur are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,214, including 1,664 males and 1,550 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
There are 681 households in Ramchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur is 60.17%. Male literacy is 64.72% and female literacy is 55.29%.