Radhakantapur - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Radhakantapur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from Mathurapur and around 58.2 km from Alipore. Uttar Lakshminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhakantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhakantapur is 334842. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.63 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Radhakantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandirbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radhakantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Radhakantapur village had a total population of 2,422 people, including 1,236 males and 1,186 females, living in 535 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.77%, with male literacy at 84.88% and female literacy at 68.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,775, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,422 | 1,236 | 1,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 158 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,775 | 909 | 866 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,616 | 915 | 701 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 321 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Radhakantapur
Radhakantapur 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 Radhakantapur
Radhakantapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Radhakantapur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Radhakantapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radhakantapur is about 58.2 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 Radhakantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhakantapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Radhakantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhakantapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radhakantapur
Where is Radhakantapur located?
Radhakantapur village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhakantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhakantapur is Uttar Lakshminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Radhakantapur?
The pincode of Radhakantapur is 743354.
What is the population of Radhakantapur?
Radhakantapur had a total population of 2,422, including 1,236 males and 1,186 females.
How many households are there in Radhakantapur?
Radhakantapur had 535 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radhakantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhakantapur was 76.77%. Male literacy was 84.88% and female literacy was 68.26%.