Rautari - Chakdah, Nadia
Rautari is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 45.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Rautari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautari is 322216. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.11 hectares and falls under the 741248 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rautari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rautari
As per Census 2011, Rautari village has a total population of 6,563 people, consisting of 3,293 males and 3,270 females. The village has 1,510 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 657 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,701 literate and 1,862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 338 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rautari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,563 | 3,293 | 3,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 657 | 333 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,113 | 1,073 | 1,040 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 162 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 4,701 | 2,533 | 2,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,862 | 760 | 1,102 |
Nearby Villages of Rautari
Rautari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatrapur | South | 1.10 km |
| Tantgachi | North | 1.13 km |
| Simurali (ct) | West | 1.32 km |
| Khorgachhi | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Maheswarpur | East | 1.67 km |
| Inayetpur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Harispur | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Ruppur | West | 1.95 km |
| Narapati Para | South | 2.00 km |
| Ektarpur | North | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rautari
Rautari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Rautari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Rautari 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 Rautari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rautari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rautari
Where is Rautari located?
Rautari village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rautari?
Rautari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rautari?
The pincode of Rautari is 741248.
What is the population of Rautari?
Rautari has a total population of 6,563, including 3,293 males and 3,270 females.
How many households are there in Rautari?
There are 1,510 households in Rautari.
What is the literacy rate in Rautari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautari is 71.63%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 66.30%.