Raghunathpur - Basta, Balasore
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Basta and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Raghunathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 392340. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
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 Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 32 people, consisting of 16 males and 16 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 10 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Raghunathpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raghunathpur is about 40 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, 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 756029.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 32, including 16 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 10 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 68.75%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 56.25%.