Raghunathpur - Indpur, Bankura
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Indpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Raghunathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 326717. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.36 hectares and falls under the 722136 pincode. Bankura is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Raghunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhatna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bankura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 454 people, including 239 males and 215 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.24%, with male literacy at 98.14% and female literacy at 79.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 454 | 239 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 211 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 28 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur 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 Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bankura to Raghunathpur is about 11 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Indpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 722136.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 454, including 239 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 89.24%. Male literacy was 98.14% and female literacy was 79.38%.