Ramjibanpur - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Ramjibanpur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.3 km from Mathurapur and around 57.2 km from Alipore. Mathurapur Purba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramjibanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramjibanpur is 334839. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.5 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ramjibanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandirbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramjibanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ramjibanpur village had a total population of 1,290 people, including 684 males and 606 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.60%, with male literacy at 93.58% and female literacy at 80.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 1,290 | 684 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 583 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 101 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Ramjibanpur
Ramjibanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagabatipur | North-West | 0.65 km |
| Uttar Madhusudanpur | South-East | 0.79 km |
| Gopinathpur | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | East | 1.21 km |
| Daudpur | West | 1.31 km |
| Raghabpur | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Sekhpukhuria | West | 1.70 km |
| Ramjibannagar | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Batishwar | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Dakshin Ramnagar | South-West | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramjibanpur
Public transport in the Ramjibanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mathurapur Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Ramjibanpur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ramjibanpur is about 57.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramjibanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramjibanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ramjibanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramjibanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ramjibanpur
Where is Ramjibanpur located?
Ramjibanpur village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ramjibanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramjibanpur is Mathurapur Purba.
What is the pincode of Ramjibanpur?
The pincode of Ramjibanpur is 743354.
What is the population of Ramjibanpur?
Ramjibanpur had a total population of 1,290, including 684 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Ramjibanpur?
Ramjibanpur had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramjibanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramjibanpur was 87.60%. Male literacy was 93.58% and female literacy was 80.87%.