Rajar Bathan - Singur, Hooghly
Rajar Bathan is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.4 km from Singur. Bainchipota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajar Bathan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajar Bathan is 325478. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Chandan Nagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rajar Bathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajar Bathan
As per Census 2011, Rajar Bathan village has a total population of 1,538 people, consisting of 771 males and 767 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,213 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajar Bathan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,538 | 771 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 655 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 116 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Rajar Bathan
Rajar Bathan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baijala | South | 0.75 km |
| Bainchipota | West | 0.82 km |
| Khan.pukuria | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Dhopaghata | East | 1.18 km |
| Kaipukuria | South | 1.27 km |
| Chhota.gobra | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Bhartar Chak | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Kirtinagar | West | 1.82 km |
| Beleghata | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Karichar Bheri | North | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajar Bathan
Rajar Bathan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nasibpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chandan Nagar to Rajar Bathan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajar Bathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajar Bathan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rajar Bathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajar Bathan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajar Bathan
Where is Rajar Bathan located?
Rajar Bathan village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajar Bathan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajar Bathan is Bainchipota.
What is the pincode of Rajar Bathan?
The pincode of Rajar Bathan is 712409.
What is the population of Rajar Bathan?
Rajar Bathan has a total population of 1,538, including 771 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Rajar Bathan?
There are 388 households in Rajar Bathan.
What is the literacy rate in Rajar Bathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajar Bathan is 78.87%. Male literacy is 84.95% and female literacy is 72.75%.