Radhaballavpur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Radhaballavpur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from Rajpur and around 24.3 km from Alipore. Langalberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhaballavpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhaballavpur is 333588. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.27 hectares and falls under the 743387 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Radhaballavpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radhaballavpur
According to the 2011 Census, Radhaballavpur village had a total population of 926 people, including 449 males and 477 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.06%, with male literacy at 88.32% and female literacy at 82.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 563.
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 | 926 | 449 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 270 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 363 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 86 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Radhaballavpur
Radhaballavpur 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 Radhaballavpur
Radhaballavpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Radhaballavpur.
| 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 Baruipur to Radhaballavpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radhaballavpur is about 24.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhaballavpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhaballavpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Radhaballavpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhaballavpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radhaballavpur
Where is Radhaballavpur located?
Radhaballavpur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Radhaballavpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhaballavpur is Langalberia.
What is the pincode of Radhaballavpur?
The pincode of Radhaballavpur is 743387.
What is the population of Radhaballavpur?
Radhaballavpur had a total population of 926, including 449 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Radhaballavpur?
Radhaballavpur had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radhaballavpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhaballavpur was 85.06%. Male literacy was 88.32% and female literacy was 82.00%.