Raghunathpur - Murliganj, Madhepura
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Murliganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murliganj and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Kolhaiptti Dumariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 226008. The village covers a total geographical area of 1497.99 hectares and falls under the 852122 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raghunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bihariganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 17,958 people, consisting of 9,358 males and 8,600 females. The village has 3,759 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,335 literate and 9,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,958 | 9,358 | 8,600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,199 | 1,651 | 1,548 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,483 | 1,752 | 1,731 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 8,335 | 5,062 | 3,273 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,623 | 4,296 | 5,327 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raghunathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Murliganj to Raghunathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Raghunathpur is about 28 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Murliganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Kolhaiptti Dumariya.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 852122.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 17,958, including 9,358 males and 8,600 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 3,759 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 46.41%. Male literacy is 54.09% and female literacy is 38.06%.