Rajgara - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Rajgara is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Piyali and around 35 km from Alipore. Shankarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajgara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajgara is 333955. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.67 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Rajgara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajgara
As per Census 2011, Rajgara village has a total population of 2,020 people, consisting of 1,042 males and 978 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 1,020 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajgara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,020 | 1,042 | 978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 149 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 216 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 553 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 489 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Rajgara
Rajgara 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 Rajgara
Rajgara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Rajgara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Rajgara is about 35 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 Rajgara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajgara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajgara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajgara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Rajgara
Where is Rajgara located?
Rajgara village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajgara?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajgara is Shankarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Rajgara?
The pincode of Rajgara is 700144.
What is the population of Rajgara?
Rajgara has a total population of 2,020, including 1,042 males and 978 females.
How many households are there in Rajgara?
There are 453 households in Rajgara.
What is the literacy rate in Rajgara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajgara is 49.50%. Male literacy is 53.07% and female literacy is 45.71%.