Rampur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Rampur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Rajpur and around 34.2 km from Alipore. Sonarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 333569. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.22 hectares and falls under the 743387 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 994 males and 957 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,375 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 994 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 117 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,263 | 654 | 609 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,375 | 750 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 244 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Rampur
Rampur 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 Rampur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Rampur. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Rampur.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Rampur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Rampur is about 34.2 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 Rampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Sonarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 743387.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 1,951, including 994 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 451 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 70.48%. Male literacy is 75.45% and female literacy is 65.31%.