Raghunathpura - Jatara, Tikamgarh
Raghunathpura is a village situated in the Jatara tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatara and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Jarua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpura is 456768. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.8 hectares and falls under the 472118 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Raghunathpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpura
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpura village has a total population of 1,031 people, consisting of 522 males and 509 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,031 | 522 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 332 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 190 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathpura
Raghunathpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karmaura | North | 2.68 km |
| Jauwa | West | 3.46 km |
| Madori | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Majguwan | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Kandwa | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Gora | East | 5.11 km |
| Baldeopura | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Magrai | North-East | 5.40 km |
| Chaubara | South-East | 6.48 km |
| Simariya | North | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunathpura
Raghunathpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jatara to Raghunathpura is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Raghunathpura 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 Raghunathpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunathpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghunathpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunathpura 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 Raghunathpura
Where is Raghunathpura located?
Raghunathpura village is located in Jatara Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpura is Jarua.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpura?
The pincode of Raghunathpura is 472118.
What is the population of Raghunathpura?
Raghunathpura has a total population of 1,031, including 522 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpura?
There are 171 households in Raghunathpura.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpura is 49.37%. Male literacy is 63.60% and female literacy is 34.77%.