Raghunathpur - Barhampur, Buxar
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Barhampur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Raghunathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 248025. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.8 hectares and falls under the 802134 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raghunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 11,857 people, including 6,215 males and 5,642 females, living in 1,931 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.27%, with male literacy at 77.47% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,797, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 11,857 | 6,215 | 5,642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,086 | 1,085 | 1,001 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,797 | 952 | 845 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 6,573 | 3,974 | 2,599 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,284 | 2,241 | 3,043 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur 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 Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Raghunathpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Raghunathpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Raghunathpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghunathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raghunathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Barhampur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 802134.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 11,857, including 6,215 males and 5,642 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 1,931 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 67.27%. Male literacy was 77.47% and female literacy was 56.00%.