Ramnagar

Ramnagar is a common place name in the Indian subcontinent, used for towns, villages, and administrative units in India and Nepal. The name derives from Sanskrit roots ram, referring to the deity Rama, and nagar, meaning city or town. As a toponym, Ramnagar appears across languages and regions, often reflecting local history, temples, forts, or other heritage connections.

In India, several locations bear the name. A notable Ramnagar is a town in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, located on the Ramganga River and serving as a gateway to the Jim Corbett National Park. Another well-known Ramnagar is a town in the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, situated on the eastern bank of the Ganges; it is famous for Ramnagar Fort and its associated museum, which preserves royal-era artifacts. Beyond these, there are additional Ramnagars across various states, including rural settlements and tehsil centers that function as local administrative or market hubs.

The designation often carries local cultural and historical associations, such as proximity to temples, forts, or palaces. Transportation connections vary by location, with some Ramnagars served by rail or road networks and others remaining primarily rural communities. The name remains a common toponym in travel writing and regional histories, reflecting the enduring appeal of the Ramnagar identity in place-naming.