Raghunath Pur - Nautanwa, Mahrajganj
Raghunath Pur is a village situated in the Nautanwa tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nautanwa and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunath Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunath Pur is 183815. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.46 hectares and falls under the 273162 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Raghunath Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghunath Pur
As per Census 2011, Raghunath Pur village has a total population of 999 people, consisting of 539 males and 460 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 484 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunath Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 999 | 539 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 329 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 210 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunath Pur
Raghunath Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpur | South | 0.97 km |
| Basantpur | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Karimdadpur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Kodaipur Urf Gidaha | North | 1.33 km |
| Kashipur | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Devipur | South | 1.76 km |
| Samardhira | West | 1.88 km |
| Shahpur Jungle | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Rampur Jhalua | North | 2.10 km |
| Ranipur | South-East | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunath Pur
Raghunath Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Purandarpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Raghunath Pur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahrajganj to Raghunath Pur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghunath Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunath Pur 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 Raghunath Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunath Pur 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 Raghunath Pur
Where is Raghunath Pur located?
Raghunath Pur village is located in Nautanwa Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunath Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunath Pur is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Raghunath Pur?
The pincode of Raghunath Pur is 273162.
What is the population of Raghunath Pur?
Raghunath Pur has a total population of 999, including 539 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Raghunath Pur?
There are 157 households in Raghunath Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunath Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunath Pur is 48.45%. Male literacy is 61.04% and female literacy is 33.70%.