Raghunathpur - Purbi Tundi*, Dhanbad
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Purbi Tundi* subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purbi Tundi* and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Raghunathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 361277. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.28 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad 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 Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 1,339 people, consisting of 696 males and 643 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 505 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,339 | 696 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 143 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,213 | 631 | 582 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 381 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 315 | 519 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Raghunathpur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Purbi Tundi* Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 828142.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 1,339, including 696 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 217 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 37.71%. Male literacy is 54.74% and female literacy is 19.28%.