Rakhal Gachhi - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Rakhal Gachhi is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 73.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dighal Kandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakhal Gachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhal Gachhi is 321183. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Rakhal Gachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakhal Gachhi
As per Census 2011, Rakhal Gachhi village has a total population of 813 people, consisting of 420 males and 393 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakhal Gachhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 813 | 420 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 130 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 206 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 214 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhal Gachhi
Rakhal Gachhi 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 Rakhal Gachhi
Rakhal Gachhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Rakhal Gachhi is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Rakhal Gachhi is about 73.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhal Gachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhal Gachhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rakhal Gachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhal Gachhi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rakhal Gachhi
Where is Rakhal Gachhi located?
Rakhal Gachhi village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhal Gachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhal Gachhi is Dighal Kandi.
What is the pincode of Rakhal Gachhi?
The pincode of Rakhal Gachhi is 741152.
What is the population of Rakhal Gachhi?
Rakhal Gachhi has a total population of 813, including 420 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Rakhal Gachhi?
There are 222 households in Rakhal Gachhi.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhal Gachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhal Gachhi is 49.32%. Male literacy is 49.05% and female literacy is 49.62%.