Rajnagar
Rajnagar is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Rajnagar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Alikosha is the gram panchayat of Rajnagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Rajnagar unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Rajnagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rajnagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajnagar is 343700. The village spans a total geographical area of 369.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721451. Kharagpur is nearest town to Rajnagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Rajnagar
Population of Rajnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Rajnagar has a total population of about 1,689, with approximately 839 males and 850 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,318 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 258. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.80%, with male literacy at about 67.70% and female literacy near 52.00%. There are around 413 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rajnagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,689 | 839 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,318 | 650 | 668 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 126 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 568 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 271 | 408 |
Connectivity of Rajnagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajnagar. As per the 2011 stats, Rajnagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rajnagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajnagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajnagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajnagar
- Where is Rajnagar located?
- Rajnagar village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajnagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rajnagar is Alikosha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rajnagar?
- The pincode of Rajnagar is 721451, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rajnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajnagar is 1,689, with 839 males and 850 females.
- How many households are there in Rajnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajnagar village has a total of 413 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajnagar is 59.80%. The male literacy rate is 67.70%, while the female literacy rate is 52.00%.