Raghunathpur - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from Pakhanjur and around 149 km from Kanker. Hanumanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 448335. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.52 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Kanker Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 650 people, including 344 males and 306 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.45%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 90.48%.
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 | 650 | 344 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 283 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 61 | 78 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Raghunathpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Raghunathpur is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Hanumanpur.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 494777.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 650, including 344 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 94.45%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 90.48%.