Pura Raghunathpur - Pindra, Varanasi
Pura Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Puraragunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pura Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pura Raghunathpur is 208485. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.84 hectares and falls under the 221006 pincode.
Pura 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 Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pura Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Pura Raghunathpur village has a total population of 6,175 people, consisting of 3,103 males and 3,072 females. The village has 915 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 834 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,043 literate and 2,132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pura Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,175 | 3,103 | 3,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 834 | 424 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,190 | 604 | 586 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 4,043 | 2,333 | 1,710 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,132 | 770 | 1,362 |
Nearby Villages of Pura Raghunathpur
Pura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakender | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Karmi | East | 1.90 km |
| Shishwa | South | 1.93 km |
| Sagunha | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Sujanipur | East | 2.07 km |
| Basni | West | 2.20 km |
| Jaddupur | West | 2.21 km |
| Jagdishpur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Ghamahapur | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Dayalipur | East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pura Raghunathpur
Pura Raghunathpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 1.4 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Varanasi to Pura Raghunathpur is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pura Raghunathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pura 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 Pura Raghunathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pura Raghunathpur
Where is Pura Raghunathpur located?
Pura Raghunathpur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pura Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pura Raghunathpur is Puraragunathpur.
What is the pincode of Pura Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Pura Raghunathpur is 221006.
What is the population of Pura Raghunathpur?
Pura Raghunathpur has a total population of 6,175, including 3,103 males and 3,072 females.
How many households are there in Pura Raghunathpur?
There are 915 households in Pura Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Pura Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pura Raghunathpur is 65.47%. Male literacy is 75.19% and female literacy is 55.66%.