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.
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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 32 people, including 16 males and 16 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 756029.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 32, including 16 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 70.97%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 60.00%.