Rakhalpur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Rakhalpur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.7 km from Ramganga and around 115.7 km from Alipore. Sridharnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakhalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhalpur is 335396. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.78 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Rakhalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rakhalpur
As per Census 2011, Rakhalpur village has a total population of 6,076 people, consisting of 3,090 males and 2,986 females. The village has 1,328 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 756 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,461 literate and 1,615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakhalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,076 | 3,090 | 2,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 756 | 374 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 961 | 499 | 462 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,461 | 2,449 | 2,012 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,615 | 641 | 974 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhalpur
Rakhalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangapur | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Sibnagar | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Upendra Nagar | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Sridhar Nagar | South | 3.58 km |
| Banashyam Nagar | North | 4.85 km |
| Chhoto Banashyam Nagar | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Satyadaspur | South-West | 6.15 km |
| Krishnadaspur | South-West | 6.17 km |
| Rakshaskhali | West | 6.50 km |
| Achintya Nagar | North | 6.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rakhalpur
Rakhalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Diamond Harbour to Rakhalpur is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Rakhalpur is about 115.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhalpur 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 Rakhalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhalpur 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 Rakhalpur
Where is Rakhalpur located?
Rakhalpur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakhalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakhalpur is Sridharnagar.
What is the pincode of Rakhalpur?
The pincode of Rakhalpur is 743371.
What is the population of Rakhalpur?
Rakhalpur has a total population of 6,076, including 3,090 males and 2,986 females.
How many households are there in Rakhalpur?
There are 1,328 households in Rakhalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhalpur is 73.42%. Male literacy is 79.26% and female literacy is 67.38%.