Raghunathapur - Khaira, Balasore
Raghunathapur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Khaira and around 58 km from Baleshwar. Dungura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathapur is 393677. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Raghunathapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathapur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathapur village had a total population of 119 people, including 58 males and 61 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.57%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 87.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathapur
Raghunathapur 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 Raghunathapur
Raghunathapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Raghunathapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raghunathapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghunathapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunathapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raghunathapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunathapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghunathapur
Where is Raghunathapur located?
Raghunathapur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathapur is Dungura.
What is the pincode of Raghunathapur?
The pincode of Raghunathapur is 756047.
What is the population of Raghunathapur?
Raghunathapur had a total population of 119, including 58 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathapur?
Raghunathapur had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathapur was 90.57%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 87.27%.