Raninagar Village - Kalyani, Nadia
Raninagar is a village situated in the Kalyani subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from Chakdah and around 44.1 km from Krishnanagar. Chanduria-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raninagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raninagar is 322185. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.2 hectares and falls under the 741222 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Raninagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raninagar
As per Census 2011, Raninagar village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 506 males and 437 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 795 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raninagar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 506 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 795 | 438 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 68 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Raninagar
Raninagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suksagar | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Paranpur | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Charjirat | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Uttar Gopalpur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Hatikanda | West | 1.80 km |
| Durllabhpur | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Rajballabhpur | North | 2.25 km |
| Rukespur | West | 2.29 km |
| Hasimpur | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Kaliagar | North | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raninagar
Raninagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jirat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Raninagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Raninagar is about 44.1 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 Raninagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raninagar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raninagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raninagar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raninagar
Where is Raninagar located?
Raninagar village is located in Kalyani Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raninagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Raninagar is Chanduria-ii.
What is the pincode of Raninagar?
The pincode of Raninagar is 741222.
What is the population of Raninagar?
Raninagar has a total population of 943, including 506 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Raninagar?
There are 255 households in Raninagar.
What is the literacy rate in Raninagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raninagar is 84.31%. Male literacy is 86.56% and female literacy is 81.69%.