Raghunathpur - Simulia, Balasore
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Similia and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Kurunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 394257. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 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 1,462 people, including 745 males and 717 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.15%, with male literacy at 83.71% and female literacy at 56.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 1,462 | 745 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 131 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 514 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 231 | 371 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raghunathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Raghunathpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raghunathpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Kurunta.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 756134.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 1,462, including 745 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 70.15%. Male literacy was 83.71% and female literacy was 56.54%.