Raghunathnagar - Mahanga, Cuttack
Raghunathnagar is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Rahania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathnagar is 399532. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 754131 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Raghunathnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathnagar village had a total population of 772 people, including 394 males and 378 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.25%, with male literacy at 96.52% and female literacy at 89.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268.
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 | 772 | 394 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 137 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 333 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 61 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathnagar
Raghunathnagar 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 Raghunathnagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raghunathnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Cuttack to Raghunathnagar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghunathnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunathnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghunathnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunathnagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathnagar
Where is Raghunathnagar located?
Raghunathnagar village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathnagar is Rahania.
What is the pincode of Raghunathnagar?
The pincode of Raghunathnagar is 754131.
What is the population of Raghunathnagar?
Raghunathnagar had a total population of 772, including 394 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathnagar?
Raghunathnagar had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathnagar was 93.25%. Male literacy was 96.52% and female literacy was 89.88%.