Raniganj - Manikchak, Malda
Raniganj is a village situated in the Manikchak subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Manikchak and around 31.8 km from English Bazar. Manikchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raniganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raniganj is 313552. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.12 hectares and falls under the 732209 pincode.
Raniganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Raniganj
Raniganj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manikchak | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Rostampur | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Narayanpur | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Mirpur | East | 3.95 km |
| Syamsundari | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Ugritola | North | 4.67 km |
| Nawada | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Karia Sultanpur | North | 5.62 km |
| Rahimpur | East | 6.02 km |
| Bankipur | North | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raniganj
The nearest railway station is Rajmahal, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from English Bazar to Raniganj is about 31.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Raniganj
Where is Raniganj located?
Raniganj village is located in Manikchak Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raniganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Raniganj is Manikchak.
What is the pincode of Raniganj?
The pincode of Raniganj is 732209.