Randanga Village - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Randanga is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 84.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Maligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Randanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randanga is 310544. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.45 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Randanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Randanga
As per Census 2011, Randanga village has a total population of 374 people, consisting of 190 males and 184 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Randanga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 374 | 190 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 189 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 143 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 47 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Randanga
Randanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchanagar | East | 0.72 km |
| Hasnagar | North-West | 0.83 km |
| Lohaganja | South | 1.25 km |
| Ramchandrapur | East | 1.37 km |
| Panchhata | North | 1.76 km |
| Raypur | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Gangajit | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Maligaon | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Shikarpur | South | 2.24 km |
| Jafarpur | East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Randanga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Randanga. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliyaganj to Randanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Randanga is about 84.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randanga 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Randanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Randanga
Where is Randanga located?
Randanga village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Randanga is Maligaon.
What is the pincode of Randanga?
The pincode of Randanga is 733132.
What is the population of Randanga?
Randanga has a total population of 374, including 190 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Randanga?
There are 81 households in Randanga.
What is the literacy rate in Randanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randanga is 66.04%. Male literacy is 75.26% and female literacy is 56.52%.