Ramchandrapur - Kakdwip, South 24 Parganas
Ramchandrapur is a village situated in the Kakdwip subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.8 km from Kakdwip and around 61.5 km from Alipore. Netaji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur is 335221. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.67 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Ramchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramchandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ramchandrapur village had a total population of 1,254 people, including 644 males and 610 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.30%, with male literacy at 73.44% and female literacy at 60.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312.
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 | 1,254 | 644 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 165 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 412 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 232 | 281 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Ramchandrapur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ramchandrapur is about 61.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur
Where is Ramchandrapur located?
Ramchandrapur village is located in Kakdwip Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur is Netaji.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur is 743373.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur had a total population of 1,254, including 644 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur?
Ramchandrapur had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur was 67.30%. Male literacy was 73.44% and female literacy was 60.93%.