Radhanagar Paschim - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Radhanagar Paschim is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.2 km from Gosaba and around 84.4 km from Alipore. Radhanagar-taranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhanagar Paschim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhanagar Paschim is 335120. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.38 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canuing Towa is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Radhanagar Paschim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Radhanagar Paschim
As per Census 2011, Radhanagar Paschim village has a total population of 4,196 people, consisting of 2,109 males and 2,087 females. The village has 988 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,099 literate and 1,097 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radhanagar Paschim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,196 | 2,109 | 2,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 193 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,381 | 1,690 | 1,691 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 208 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 3,099 | 1,707 | 1,392 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,097 | 402 | 695 |
Nearby Villages of Radhanagar Paschim
Radhanagar Paschim 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhanagar Purba | East | 2.52 km |
| Korakati | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Joygopalpur | East | 4.62 km |
| Durgamandap | North | 4.81 km |
| Dhuchnikhali | North-East | 5.41 km |
| Amtali | South-East | 6.03 km |
| Jhaukhali | West | 6.52 km |
| Chunakhali | North-West | 6.74 km |
| Chimta | East | 6.83 km |
| Manipur | East | 7.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Radhanagar Paschim
Radhanagar Paschim is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| 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 Canuing Towa to Radhanagar Paschim is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radhanagar Paschim is about 84.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhanagar Paschim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhanagar Paschim 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 Paschim
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 Paschim 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 Paschim
Where is Radhanagar Paschim located?
Radhanagar Paschim village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhanagar Paschim?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhanagar Paschim is Radhanagar-taranagar.
What is the pincode of Radhanagar Paschim?
The pincode of Radhanagar Paschim is 743370.
What is the population of Radhanagar Paschim?
Radhanagar Paschim has a total population of 4,196, including 2,109 males and 2,087 females.
How many households are there in Radhanagar Paschim?
There are 988 households in Radhanagar Paschim.
What is the literacy rate in Radhanagar Paschim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhanagar Paschim is 73.86%. Male literacy is 80.94% and female literacy is 66.70%.