Radhakantapur - Ranaghat - I, Nadia
Radhakantapur is a village situated in the Ranaghat - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Habibpur and around 24.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Khisma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhakantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhakantapur is 321994. The village covers a total geographical area of 410.7 hectares and falls under the 741127 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Radhakantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radhakantapur
As per Census 2011, Radhakantapur village has a total population of 3,818 people, consisting of 2,003 males and 1,815 females. The village has 910 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,655 literate and 1,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radhakantapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,818 | 2,003 | 1,815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 176 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,442 | 751 | 691 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 2,655 | 1,467 | 1,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 536 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Radhakantapur
Radhakantapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khisma | West | 1.77 km |
| Arkhisma | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Barahata | North | 2.05 km |
| Arshikra | South | 2.13 km |
| Arranghata Narayanpur | East | 2.43 km |
| Byaspur | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Hajrapur | North | 3.10 km |
| Goalsalua | South | 3.21 km |
| Sabdalpur | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Baharpur | South-West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Radhakantapur
Radhakantapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Aranghata, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ranaghat to Radhakantapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Radhakantapur is about 24.1 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 Radhakantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhakantapur 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 Radhakantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhakantapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Radhakantapur
Where is Radhakantapur located?
Radhakantapur village is located in Ranaghat - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhakantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhakantapur is Khisma.
What is the pincode of Radhakantapur?
The pincode of Radhakantapur is 741127.
What is the population of Radhakantapur?
Radhakantapur has a total population of 3,818, including 2,003 males and 1,815 females.
How many households are there in Radhakantapur?
There are 910 households in Radhakantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Radhakantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhakantapur is 69.54%. Male literacy is 73.24% and female literacy is 65.45%.