Raghunathpur - Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda, Dhanbad
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chirkunda and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Madandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 361975. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 828206 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.
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 Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 157 people, including 80 males and 77 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.23%, with male literacy at 61.43% and female literacy at 35.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 157 | 80 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 37 | 52 |
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 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raghunathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Raghunathpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Madandih.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 828206.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 157, including 80 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 48.23%. Male literacy was 61.43% and female literacy was 35.21%.