Raghabpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Raghabpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 34.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Gangarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghabpur is 310661. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.6 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raghabpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghabpur
As per Census 2011, Raghabpur village has a total population of 773 people, consisting of 423 males and 350 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 554 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghabpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 773 | 423 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 31 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 68 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 76 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 339 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 84 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Raghabpur
Raghabpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Joykrisnapur | West | 0.82 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Kadoa Jagadisbati | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Dhonail | East | 1.20 km |
| Gachiar | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Chamuk | West | 1.56 km |
| Narai | North | 1.72 km |
| Nazirpur | East | 1.94 km |
| Tetrail | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Hazaratpur | South | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghabpur
Raghabpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Raghabpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Raghabpur is about 34.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghabpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghabpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raghabpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghabpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghabpur
Where is Raghabpur located?
Raghabpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghabpur is Gangarampur.
What is the pincode of Raghabpur?
The pincode of Raghabpur is 733124.
What is the population of Raghabpur?
Raghabpur has a total population of 773, including 423 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Raghabpur?
There are 186 households in Raghabpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghabpur is 71.67%. Male literacy is 80.14% and female literacy is 61.43%.