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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 29 males and 27 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 56, including 29 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 14 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 57.14%. Male literacy is 62.07% and female literacy is 51.85%.