Raghunathapur - Banki, Cuttack
Raghunathapur is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathapur is 398932. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 754008 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathapur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathapur village had a total population of 283 people, including 149 males and 134 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.16%, with male literacy at 96.24% and female literacy at 87.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 283 | 149 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 128 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banki to Raghunathapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Raghunathapur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raghunathapur
Where is Raghunathapur located?
Raghunathapur village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathapur is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Raghunathapur?
The pincode of Raghunathapur is 754008.
What is the population of Raghunathapur?
Raghunathapur had a total population of 283, including 149 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathapur?
Raghunathapur had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathapur was 92.16%. Male literacy was 96.24% and female literacy was 87.70%.