Raghunathpur - Khaira, Balasore
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Khaira and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Dungura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 393656. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 482 people, including 219 males and 263 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.30%, with male literacy at 91.05% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 482 | 219 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 173 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 46 | 92 |
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
Raghunathpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Raghunathpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raghunathpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Dungura.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 756047.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 482, including 219 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 82.30%. Male literacy was 91.05% and female literacy was 75.00%.