Raghunath Chak - Nala, Jamtara
Raghunath Chak is a village situated in the Nala subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nala and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Dobna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunath Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunath Chak is 372958. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 815355 pincode.
Raghunath Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghunath Chak
As per Census 2011, Raghunath Chak village has a total population of 583 people, consisting of 305 males and 278 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunath Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 583 | 305 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 179 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 126 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunath Chak
Raghunath Chak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambediya | West | 1.35 km |
| Asanjuri | North | 1.48 km |
| Debjor | East | 1.49 km |
| Harnandanpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Kenduya | South | 1.61 km |
| Baghchhera | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Dalaibhita | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Payrakhop | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Bhaljuriya | West | 2.22 km |
| Kuraljoria | East | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunath Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raghunath Chak. The nearest railway station is Chittaranjan, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Raghunath Chak is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghunath Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunath Chak 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghunath Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunath Chak 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunath Chak
Where is Raghunath Chak located?
Raghunath Chak village is located in Nala Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunath Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunath Chak is Dobna.
What is the pincode of Raghunath Chak?
The pincode of Raghunath Chak is 815355.
What is the population of Raghunath Chak?
Raghunath Chak has a total population of 583, including 305 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Raghunath Chak?
There are 127 households in Raghunath Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunath Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunath Chak is 45.97%. Male literacy is 58.69% and female literacy is 32.01%.