Rajballabhpur - Habra - I, North 24 Parganas
Rajballabhpur is a village situated in the Habra - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Prafullanagar and around 31.4 km from Barasat. Machhlandapur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajballabhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajballabhpur is 322895. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.98 hectares and falls under the 743289 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Rajballabhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajballabhpur
As per Census 2011, Rajballabhpur village has a total population of 6,909 people, consisting of 3,508 males and 3,401 females. The village has 1,778 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 686 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,219 literate and 1,690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,998 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajballabhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,909 | 3,508 | 3,401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 356 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,998 | 1,022 | 976 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 5,219 | 2,755 | 2,464 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,690 | 753 | 937 |
Nearby Villages of Rajballabhpur
Rajballabhpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uludanga | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Baugachhi | West | 1.21 km |
| Salua | West | 1.96 km |
| Simulpur | South | 2.05 km |
| Nangla | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Krishna Nagar | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Raghabpur | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Ranidanga | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Panchghara | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Phultala | West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajballabhpur
Rajballabhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kankra Mirzanagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Rajballabhpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Rajballabhpur is about 31.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajballabhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajballabhpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajballabhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajballabhpur 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 Rajballabhpur
Where is Rajballabhpur located?
Rajballabhpur village is located in Habra - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajballabhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajballabhpur is Machhlandapur-ii.
What is the pincode of Rajballabhpur?
The pincode of Rajballabhpur is 743289.
What is the population of Rajballabhpur?
Rajballabhpur has a total population of 6,909, including 3,508 males and 3,401 females.
How many households are there in Rajballabhpur?
There are 1,778 households in Rajballabhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajballabhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajballabhpur is 75.54%. Male literacy is 78.53% and female literacy is 72.45%.