Purbba Radhanagar - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Purbba Radhanagar is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Khanakul and around 74.6 km from Chinsura. Balipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Radhanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Radhanagar is 325879. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.55 hectares and falls under the 712415 pincode. Tarakesrwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purbba Radhanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pursurah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Radhanagar
As per Census 2011, Purbba Radhanagar village has a total population of 5,582 people, consisting of 2,873 males and 2,709 females. The village has 1,266 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 622 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,719 literate and 1,863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Radhanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,582 | 2,873 | 2,709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 622 | 305 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,208 | 1,154 | 1,054 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,719 | 2,136 | 1,583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,863 | 737 | 1,126 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Radhanagar
Purbba Radhanagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatrashali | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Daspur | East | 1.33 km |
| Kanakpur | North | 1.45 km |
| Kurkuri | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Garbere | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Balipur | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Piarapur | East | 2.27 km |
| Arunda | South | 2.29 km |
| Durgapur | West | 2.30 km |
| Harili | East | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Radhanagar
Purbba Radhanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakesrwar to Purbba Radhanagar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbba Radhanagar is about 74.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Radhanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Radhanagar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purbba Radhanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Radhanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Radhanagar
Where is Purbba Radhanagar located?
Purbba Radhanagar village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Radhanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Radhanagar is Balipur.
What is the pincode of Purbba Radhanagar?
The pincode of Purbba Radhanagar is 712415.
What is the population of Purbba Radhanagar?
Purbba Radhanagar has a total population of 5,582, including 2,873 males and 2,709 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Radhanagar?
There are 1,266 households in Purbba Radhanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Radhanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Radhanagar is 66.62%. Male literacy is 74.35% and female literacy is 58.43%.