Raninagar - Tehatta - II, Nadia
Raninagar is a village situated in the Tehatta - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palashipara and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raninagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raninagar is 321287. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.64 hectares and falls under the 741155 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Raninagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raninagar
As per Census 2011, Raninagar village has a total population of 2,406 people, consisting of 1,241 males and 1,165 females. The village has 590 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,356 literate and 1,050 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raninagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,406 | 1,241 | 1,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 122 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,348 | 697 | 651 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,356 | 761 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 480 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Raninagar
Raninagar 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 Raninagar
Raninagar 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Raninagar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Raninagar is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raninagar
Where is Raninagar located?
Raninagar village is located in Tehatta - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raninagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Raninagar is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Raninagar?
The pincode of Raninagar is 741155.
What is the population of Raninagar?
Raninagar has a total population of 2,406, including 1,241 males and 1,165 females.
How many households are there in Raninagar?
There are 590 households in Raninagar.
What is the literacy rate in Raninagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raninagar is 56.36%. Male literacy is 61.32% and female literacy is 51.07%.