Rasikpur - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Rasikpur is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 78.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dighal Kandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasikpur is 321168. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.28 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Rasikpur 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 Rasikpur
As per Census 2011, Rasikpur village has a total population of 2,466 people, consisting of 1,252 males and 1,214 females. The village has 684 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,401 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasikpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,466 | 1,252 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 161 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 721 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 531 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Rasikpur
Rasikpur 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 Rasikpur
Rasikpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rasikpur is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Rasikpur is about 78.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rasikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasikpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rasikpur
Where is Rasikpur located?
Rasikpur village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasikpur is Dighal Kandi.
What is the pincode of Rasikpur?
The pincode of Rasikpur is 741152.
What is the population of Rasikpur?
Rasikpur has a total population of 2,466, including 1,252 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Rasikpur?
There are 684 households in Rasikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rasikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasikpur is 56.81%. Male literacy is 57.59% and female literacy is 56.01%.