Raghupur - Garkha, Saran
Raghupur is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Mahamad Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghupur is 234373. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Raghupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghupur
As per Census 2011, Raghupur village has a total population of 3,602 people, consisting of 1,743 males and 1,859 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 696 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,702 literate and 1,900 illiterate residents. Additionally, 408 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,602 | 1,743 | 1,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 360 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 207 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 1,702 | 965 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,900 | 778 | 1,122 |
Nearby Villages of Raghupur
Raghupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadna | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Ismailpur | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Mahammadpur | West | 1.60 km |
| Adhupur | North | 1.66 km |
| Parsa | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Rasulpur | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Bajraha | South | 2.25 km |
| Mithepur | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Baikunthpur | East | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghupur
Raghupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baragopal, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Raghupur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Raghupur is about 18 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 Raghupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raghupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raghupur
Where is Raghupur located?
Raghupur village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghupur is Mahamad Pur.
What is the pincode of Raghupur?
The pincode of Raghupur is 841311.
What is the population of Raghupur?
Raghupur has a total population of 3,602, including 1,743 males and 1,859 females.
How many households are there in Raghupur?
There are 588 households in Raghupur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghupur is 47.25%. Male literacy is 55.36% and female literacy is 39.64%.