Raghunathpur - Ranishwar, Dumka
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranishwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Kumirdaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 371196. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
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 716 people, consisting of 362 males and 354 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 362 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 247 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 115 | 160 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Raghunathpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Kumirdaha.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 814148.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 716, including 362 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 169 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 61.59%. Male literacy is 68.23% and female literacy is 54.80%.