Raghunathpur - Bhanpur, Basti
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Pokhar Bhitwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 178915. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.11 hectares and falls under the 272002 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 285 people, including 152 males and 133 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.53%, with male literacy at 81.75% and female literacy at 49.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 285 | 152 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 103 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 49 | 79 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhannijot | West | 0.48 km |
| Siswari | East | 1.18 km |
| Kalyanpur | West | 1.25 km |
| Majhaua Khaguri | North | 1.30 km |
| Pokhar Bhitwa | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Baharampur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Puraina | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Mustafabad | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Kodara | South | 1.55 km |
| Laximanpur | South-West | 1.56 km |
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. The nearest railway station is Govindnagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Basti to Raghunathpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Pokhar Bhitwa.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 272002.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 285, including 152 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 66.53%. Male literacy was 81.75% and female literacy was 49.09%.