Raghunathpur - Raghunathpur, Siwan
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Raghunathpur subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghunathpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Raghunath Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 232515. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 841504 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Raghunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 10,458 people, consisting of 5,353 males and 5,105 females. The village has 1,690 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,690 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,949 literate and 4,509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,458 | 5,353 | 5,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,690 | 885 | 805 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,149 | 602 | 547 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 5,949 | 3,498 | 2,451 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,509 | 1,855 | 2,654 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankat Main Chak | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Chakia | East | 1.19 km |
| Moti Chak | East | 1.26 km |
| Khap Dhanauti | East | 1.27 km |
| Rajpur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Elahi Chak | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Sultanpur | North | 1.45 km |
| Lahladpur | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Baraipur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Lachhipur | North-West | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunathpur
Public transport in the Raghunathpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sahatwar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Raghunathpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Raghunathpur Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Raghunath Pur.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 841504.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 10,458, including 5,353 males and 5,105 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 1,690 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 56.88%. Male literacy is 65.35% and female literacy is 48.01%.