Raghunathpur - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Naranpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 387400. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 242 males and 259 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 242 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 209 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 151 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 91 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Satpuri | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Jambani | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Singidi | West | 1.43 km |
| Chengjoda | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Chhota Ramgarh | East | 1.66 km |
| Bara Ramgarh | North | 1.67 km |
| Naranpur | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Ranisahi | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Raghabdi Alias Dublabera | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Badasadam | West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunathpur
Public transport in the Raghunathpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 km.
| 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 Rairangpur to Raghunathpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Raghunathpur is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 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 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 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 Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Naranpur.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 757053.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 501, including 242 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 123 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 49.10%. Male literacy is 62.40% and female literacy is 36.68%.