Radhaballavpur - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Radhaballavpur is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.3 km from Sonakhali and around 67.4 km from Alipore. Basanti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhaballavpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhaballavpur is 335109. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.32 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Radhaballavpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radhaballavpur
As per Census 2011, Radhaballavpur village has a total population of 3,538 people, consisting of 1,750 males and 1,788 females. The village has 790 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,593 literate and 945 illiterate residents. Additionally, 324 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radhaballavpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,538 | 1,750 | 1,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 208 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 158 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,593 | 1,370 | 1,223 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 380 | 565 |
Nearby Villages of Radhaballavpur
Radhaballavpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrakona | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Kalidanga | South | 1.18 km |
| Srirampur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Sajinatala | East | 1.86 km |
| Ramchandrakhali | North | 2.06 km |
| Ballartop | South | 2.34 km |
| Krishnagar | West | 2.49 km |
| Matgaran | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Kumirmari | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Hogalduri | North-East | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Radhaballavpur
Radhaballavpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Radhaballavpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radhaballavpur is about 67.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhaballavpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhaballavpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Radhaballavpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhaballavpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radhaballavpur
Where is Radhaballavpur located?
Radhaballavpur village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhaballavpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhaballavpur is Basanti.
What is the pincode of Radhaballavpur?
The pincode of Radhaballavpur is 743312.
What is the population of Radhaballavpur?
Radhaballavpur has a total population of 3,538, including 1,750 males and 1,788 females.
How many households are there in Radhaballavpur?
There are 790 households in Radhaballavpur.
What is the literacy rate in Radhaballavpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhaballavpur is 73.29%. Male literacy is 78.29% and female literacy is 68.40%.