Radhanagar - Shyampur - II, Howrah
Radhanagar is a village situated in the Shyampur - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from Shyampur and around 45.3 km from Howrah. Kharuberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhanagar is 333241. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.02 hectares and falls under the 711310 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Radhanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radhanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Radhanagar village had a total population of 5,068 people, including 2,570 males and 2,498 females, living in 1,100 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.57%, with male literacy at 84.04% and female literacy at 74.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,068 | 2,570 | 2,498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 314 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,520 | 1,896 | 1,624 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,548 | 674 | 874 |
Nearby Villages of Radhanagar
Radhanagar 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 Radhanagar
Radhanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Uluberia to Radhanagar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Radhanagar is about 45.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Radhanagar 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 Radhanagar
Where is Radhanagar located?
Radhanagar village is located in Shyampur - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Radhanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhanagar is Kharuberia.
What is the pincode of Radhanagar?
The pincode of Radhanagar is 711310.
What is the population of Radhanagar?
Radhanagar had a total population of 5,068, including 2,570 males and 2,498 females.
How many households are there in Radhanagar?
Radhanagar had 1,100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radhanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhanagar was 79.57%. Male literacy was 84.04% and female literacy was 74.91%.