Raghopur - Kargahar, Rohtas
Raghopur is a village situated in the Kargahar subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kargahar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Samardiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghopur is 251770. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 821107 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Raghopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghopur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghopur village had a total population of 258 people, including 139 males and 119 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.04%, with male literacy at 97.52% and female literacy at 88.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 258 | 139 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 118 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 21 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Raghopur
Raghopur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalip Chak | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Machandih | West | 0.91 km |
| Samdiha | South | 1.20 km |
| Shikohabad | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Raepur | East | 1.85 km |
| Parsupur | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Tilokpur | South | 1.96 km |
| Kusahi | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Jalalpur | West | 2.19 km |
| Sarodih | South-West | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghopur
Public transport in the Raghopur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baraw More, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.9 km.
| 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 Sasaram to Raghopur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raghopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghopur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raghopur
Where is Raghopur located?
Raghopur village is located in Kargahar Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghopur is Samardiha.
What is the pincode of Raghopur?
The pincode of Raghopur is 821107.
What is the population of Raghopur?
Raghopur had a total population of 258, including 139 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Raghopur?
Raghopur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghopur was 93.04%. Male literacy was 97.52% and female literacy was 88.07%.