Rampur - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Rampur is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 77.8 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Lakhipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampur is 308906. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.91 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Rampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rampur
As per Census 2011, Rampur village has a total population of 732 people, consisting of 401 males and 331 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 298 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 732 | 401 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 268 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 133 | 165 |
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 in the Rampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Rampur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Rampur is about 77.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rampur
Where is Rampur located?
Rampur village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampur is Lakhipur.
What is the pincode of Rampur?
The pincode of Rampur is 733207.
What is the population of Rampur?
Rampur has a total population of 732, including 401 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Rampur?
There are 140 households in Rampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampur is 59.29%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 50.15%.