Radhanagar - Nakashipara, Nadia
Radhanagar is a village situated in the Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakashipara and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dhananjaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhanagar is 321503. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.98 hectares and falls under the 741126 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Radhanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palashipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radhanagar
As per Census 2011, Radhanagar village has a total population of 5,172 people, consisting of 2,732 males and 2,440 females. The village has 1,058 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 641 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,259 literate and 1,913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,863 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radhanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,172 | 2,732 | 2,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 340 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,863 | 973 | 890 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,259 | 1,772 | 1,487 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,913 | 960 | 953 |
Nearby Villages of Radhanagar
Radhanagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahesnagar | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Mejpota | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Bara Simulia | West | 2.46 km |
| Dhaparia | North | 2.52 km |
| Birpur | South | 2.97 km |
| Sibpur | East | 3.11 km |
| Patikabari | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Kalibas | West | 3.64 km |
| Chak Purbba Simulia | West | 4.28 km |
| Dhananjoypur | North-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Radhanagar
Radhanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishna Nagar to Radhanagar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Radhanagar is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Radhanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhanagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Radhanagar
Where is Radhanagar located?
Radhanagar village is located in Nakashipara Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhanagar is Dhananjaypur.
What is the pincode of Radhanagar?
The pincode of Radhanagar is 741126.
What is the population of Radhanagar?
Radhanagar has a total population of 5,172, including 2,732 males and 2,440 females.
How many households are there in Radhanagar?
There are 1,058 households in Radhanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Radhanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhanagar is 63.01%. Male literacy is 64.86% and female literacy is 60.94%.