Radhakantapur Abad - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Radhakantapur Abad is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Baribhanga Abad and around 67.8 km from Alipore. Radhakantapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhakantapur Abad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhakantapur Abad is 335177. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150.52 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Radhakantapur Abad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Radhakantapur Abad
As per Census 2011, Radhakantapur Abad village has a total population of 8,442 people, consisting of 4,272 males and 4,170 females. The village has 1,769 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,055 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,141 literate and 3,301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radhakantapur Abad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,442 | 4,272 | 4,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,055 | 517 | 538 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,547 | 2,297 | 2,250 |
| Literate Population | 5,141 | 2,888 | 2,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,301 | 1,384 | 1,917 |
Nearby Villages of Radhakantapur Abad
Radhakantapur Abad 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 Abad
Radhakantapur Abad 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Radhakantapur Abad is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radhakantapur Abad is about 67.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhakantapur Abad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhakantapur Abad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Radhakantapur Abad
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 Abad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radhakantapur Abad
Where is Radhakantapur Abad located?
Radhakantapur Abad village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhakantapur Abad?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhakantapur Abad is Radhakantapur.
What is the pincode of Radhakantapur Abad?
The pincode of Radhakantapur Abad is 743354.
What is the population of Radhakantapur Abad?
Radhakantapur Abad has a total population of 8,442, including 4,272 males and 4,170 females.
How many households are there in Radhakantapur Abad?
There are 1,769 households in Radhakantapur Abad.
What is the literacy rate in Radhakantapur Abad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhakantapur Abad is 60.90%. Male literacy is 67.60% and female literacy is 54.03%.