Raghunathpur - Topchanchi, Dhanbad
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Topchanchi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Topchanchi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Bhuiya Chitro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 361307. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.2 hectares and falls under the 828402 pincode.
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 661 people, consisting of 337 males and 324 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 661 | 337 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 207 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 130 | 186 |
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
Public transport in the Raghunathpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Raghunathpur.
| 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 Dhanbad to Raghunathpur is about 36 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 2-5 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 Topchanchi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Bhuiya Chitro.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 828402.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 661, including 337 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 127 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 52.19%. Male literacy is 61.42% and female literacy is 42.59%.