Raghunathpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 33.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Uday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 310664. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.86 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 56 people, including 29 males and 27 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.75%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhonail | South-East | 0.67 km |
| Raghabpur | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Nazirpur | East | 1.15 km |
| Tetrail | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Narai | North | 1.17 km |
| Chak Joykrisnapur | West | 1.61 km |
| Gachiar | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Nakair | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Kadoa Jagadisbati | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Kamalpur | North | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur 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 20.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raghunathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Raghunathpur is about 33.4 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 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Uday.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 733140.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 56, including 29 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 62.75%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 58.33%.