Ramchandrapur (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Ramchandrapur (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Mandirbazar and around 52.8 km from Alipore. Dhanurhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandrapur (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandrapur (K) is 334684. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.57 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ramchandrapur (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramchandrapur (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Ramchandrapur (K) village had a total population of 3,151 people, including 1,603 males and 1,548 females, living in 661 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.02%, with male literacy at 79.42% and female literacy at 68.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 366.
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 | 3,151 | 1,603 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 291 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 183 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,923 | 1,042 | 881 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,228 | 561 | 667 |
Nearby Villages of Ramchandrapur (K)
Ramchandrapur (K) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shibpur (k) | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Dhanurhat (k) | North | 1.32 km |
| Chaulgola (k) | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Ghanashyampur (k) | South | 1.62 km |
| Nilambarpur (k) | East | 1.75 km |
| Tetiberia (k) | East | 2.07 km |
| Ramnagar | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Udayrampur | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Nishapur (m) | South | 2.52 km |
| Uttar Sultanpur (k) | South-East | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramchandrapur (K)
Ramchandrapur (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakshmikantpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Diamond Harbour to Ramchandrapur (K) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ramchandrapur (K) is about 52.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramchandrapur (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramchandrapur (K) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ramchandrapur (K)
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 (K) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ramchandrapur (K)
Where is Ramchandrapur (K) located?
Ramchandrapur (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandrapur (K) is Dhanurhat.
What is the pincode of Ramchandrapur (K)?
The pincode of Ramchandrapur (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Ramchandrapur (K)?
Ramchandrapur (K) had a total population of 3,151, including 1,603 males and 1,548 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandrapur (K)?
Ramchandrapur (K) had 661 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandrapur (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandrapur (K) was 74.02%. Male literacy was 79.42% and female literacy was 68.51%.