Radhanagar Dakshin - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Radhanagar Dakshin is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from Gosaba and around 80.9 km from Alipore. Radhanagar-taranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhanagar Dakshin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhanagar Dakshin is 335129. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.15 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Radhanagar Dakshin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Radhanagar Dakshin
According to the 2011 Census, Radhanagar Dakshin village had a total population of 4,475 people, including 2,274 males and 2,201 females, living in 1,031 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.77%, with male literacy at 88.11% and female literacy at 73.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,714, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 646.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,475 | 2,274 | 2,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 214 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,714 | 1,901 | 1,813 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 314 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 3,242 | 1,815 | 1,427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 459 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Radhanagar Dakshin
Radhanagar Dakshin 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 Radhanagar Dakshin
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Radhanagar Dakshin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Radhanagar Dakshin is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radhanagar Dakshin is about 80.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhanagar Dakshin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhanagar Dakshin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Radhanagar Dakshin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhanagar Dakshin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radhanagar Dakshin
Where is Radhanagar Dakshin located?
Radhanagar Dakshin village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhanagar Dakshin?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhanagar Dakshin is Radhanagar-taranagar.
What is the pincode of Radhanagar Dakshin?
The pincode of Radhanagar Dakshin is 743370.
What is the population of Radhanagar Dakshin?
Radhanagar Dakshin had a total population of 4,475, including 2,274 males and 2,201 females.
How many households are there in Radhanagar Dakshin?
Radhanagar Dakshin had 1,031 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radhanagar Dakshin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhanagar Dakshin was 80.77%. Male literacy was 88.11% and female literacy was 73.03%.