Ramchandranagar - Kakdwip, South 24 Parganas
Ramchandranagar is a village situated in the Kakdwip subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.8 km from Kakdwip and around 75 km from Alipore. Netaji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramchandranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramchandranagar is 335222. The village covers a total geographical area of 733.22 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ramchandranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramchandranagar
As per Census 2011, Ramchandranagar village has a total population of 10,396 people, consisting of 5,250 males and 5,146 females. The village has 2,052 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,810 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,745 literate and 4,651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramchandranagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,396 | 5,250 | 5,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,810 | 921 | 889 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,387 | 1,259 | 1,128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 5,745 | 3,118 | 2,627 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,651 | 2,132 | 2,519 |
Nearby Villages of Ramchandranagar
Ramchandranagar 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 Ramchandranagar
Ramchandranagar 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 Diamond Harbour to Ramchandranagar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ramchandranagar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramchandranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramchandranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramchandranagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramchandranagar 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 Ramchandranagar
Where is Ramchandranagar located?
Ramchandranagar village is located in Kakdwip Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramchandranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramchandranagar is Netaji.
What is the pincode of Ramchandranagar?
The pincode of Ramchandranagar is 743371.
What is the population of Ramchandranagar?
Ramchandranagar has a total population of 10,396, including 5,250 males and 5,146 females.
How many households are there in Ramchandranagar?
There are 2,052 households in Ramchandranagar.
What is the literacy rate in Ramchandranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramchandranagar is 55.26%. Male literacy is 59.39% and female literacy is 51.05%.