Raghunath Pur - Bhargama, Araria
Raghunath Pur is a village situated in the Bhargama subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhargama and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Raghunathpur North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunath Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunath Pur is 221657. The village covers a total geographical area of 2023 hectares and falls under the 854334 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Raghunath Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narpatganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunath Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunath Pur village had a total population of 17,198 people, including 9,007 males and 8,191 females, living in 3,660 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.88%, with male literacy at 60.07% and female literacy at 36.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 414.
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 | 17,198 | 9,007 | 8,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,118 | 1,611 | 1,507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,143 | 1,109 | 1,034 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 213 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 6,883 | 4,443 | 2,440 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,315 | 4,564 | 5,751 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunath Pur
Raghunath Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narhewa Diara | North | 2.95 km |
| Paik Para | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Shaikhpura | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Sirsia Kalan | West | 4.22 km |
| Sirsia Hanumanganj | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Gamharia | West | 4.69 km |
| Kharsahi | East | 4.73 km |
| Jogta | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Dundbahadur Chakla | West | 4.84 km |
| Gobindpur | South-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunath Pur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Raghunath Pur. The nearest railway station is Simraha, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Raghunath Pur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Raghunath Pur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghunath Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunath Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raghunath Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunath Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghunath Pur
Where is Raghunath Pur located?
Raghunath Pur village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunath Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunath Pur is Raghunathpur North.
What is the pincode of Raghunath Pur?
The pincode of Raghunath Pur is 854334.
What is the population of Raghunath Pur?
Raghunath Pur had a total population of 17,198, including 9,007 males and 8,191 females.
How many households are there in Raghunath Pur?
Raghunath Pur had 3,660 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunath Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunath Pur was 48.88%. Male literacy was 60.07% and female literacy was 36.51%.