Radhaballabhpur - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Radhaballabhpur is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from Jaynagar and around 60.1 km from Alipore. Chuprijhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhaballabhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhaballabhpur is 335000. The village covers a total geographical area of 1220.13 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Radhaballabhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kultali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radhaballabhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Radhaballabhpur village had a total population of 14,884 people, including 7,556 males and 7,328 females, living in 2,764 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.30%, with male literacy at 65.61% and female literacy at 52.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,350, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 14,884 | 7,556 | 7,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,733 | 1,353 | 1,380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,350 | 1,708 | 1,642 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 168 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 7,206 | 4,070 | 3,136 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,678 | 3,486 | 4,192 |
Nearby Villages of Radhaballabhpur
Radhaballabhpur 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 Radhaballabhpur
Radhaballabhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Jaynagar to Radhaballabhpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radhaballabhpur is about 60.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhaballabhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhaballabhpur 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 Radhaballabhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhaballabhpur 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 Radhaballabhpur
Where is Radhaballabhpur located?
Radhaballabhpur village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhaballabhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhaballabhpur is Chuprijhara.
What is the pincode of Radhaballabhpur?
The pincode of Radhaballabhpur is 743337.
What is the population of Radhaballabhpur?
Radhaballabhpur had a total population of 14,884, including 7,556 males and 7,328 females.
How many households are there in Radhaballabhpur?
Radhaballabhpur had 2,764 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radhaballabhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhaballabhpur was 59.30%. Male literacy was 65.61% and female literacy was 52.72%.