Radha Krishnapur - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Radha Krishnapur is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Rudranagar and around 101 km from Alipore. Rudranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radha Krishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radha Krishnapur is 335268. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.75 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Radha Krishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Radha Krishnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Radha Krishnapur village had a total population of 5,082 people, including 2,650 males and 2,432 females, living in 987 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.89%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 78.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 892, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 5,082 | 2,650 | 2,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 302 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 892 | 451 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 3,787 | 2,128 | 1,659 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 522 | 773 |
Nearby Villages of Radha Krishnapur
Radha Krishnapur 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 Radha Krishnapur
Radha Krishnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Radha Krishnapur is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radha Krishnapur is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radha Krishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radha Krishnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Radha Krishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radha Krishnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Radha Krishnapur
Where is Radha Krishnapur located?
Radha Krishnapur village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Radha Krishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Radha Krishnapur is Rudranagar.
What is the pincode of Radha Krishnapur?
The pincode of Radha Krishnapur is 743373.
What is the population of Radha Krishnapur?
Radha Krishnapur had a total population of 5,082, including 2,650 males and 2,432 females.
How many households are there in Radha Krishnapur?
Radha Krishnapur had 987 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radha Krishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radha Krishnapur was 84.89%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 78.51%.