Rajpur Korabag - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Rajpur Korabag is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from Baru and around 41.5 km from Alipore. Rajapur Korabeg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur Korabag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur Korabag is 334944. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.44 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joyanagar Majil is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rajpur Korabag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur Korabag
As per Census 2011, Rajpur Korabag village has a total population of 7,142 people, consisting of 3,642 males and 3,500 females. The village has 1,494 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,023 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,635 literate and 3,507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur Korabag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,142 | 3,642 | 3,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,023 | 534 | 489 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,457 | 2,813 | 2,644 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,635 | 2,245 | 1,390 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,507 | 1,397 | 2,110 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur Korabag
Rajpur Korabag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charaghata | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Bantra | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Manik Nagar | North | 2.53 km |
| Purba Bantra | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Tilpi | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Chandaneshwar | North | 2.98 km |
| Dhosa | North | 3.85 km |
| Kamaria | West | 4.22 km |
| Andulberia | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Purba Gabberia | North-West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpur Korabag
Rajpur Korabag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dakshin Barasat, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joyanagar Majil to Rajpur Korabag is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Rajpur Korabag is about 41.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpur Korabag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur Korabag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajpur Korabag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpur Korabag 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 Rajpur Korabag
Where is Rajpur Korabag located?
Rajpur Korabag village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur Korabag?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur Korabag is Rajapur Korabeg.
What is the pincode of Rajpur Korabag?
The pincode of Rajpur Korabag is 743337.
What is the population of Rajpur Korabag?
Rajpur Korabag has a total population of 7,142, including 3,642 males and 3,500 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur Korabag?
There are 1,494 households in Rajpur Korabag.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur Korabag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur Korabag is 50.90%. Male literacy is 61.64% and female literacy is 39.71%.