Raghabpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Raghabpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 78.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Beroil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghabpur is 310361. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.9 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj 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.
Population of Raghabpur
As per Census 2011, Raghabpur village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 269 males and 251 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghabpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 269 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 151 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 149 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 120 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Raghabpur
Raghabpur 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 Raghabpur
Raghabpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliaganj 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 78.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raghabpur
Where is Raghabpur located?
Raghabpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghabpur is Beroil.
What is the pincode of Raghabpur?
The pincode of Raghabpur is 733132.
What is the population of Raghabpur?
Raghabpur has a total population of 520, including 269 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Raghabpur?
There are 123 households in Raghabpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghabpur is 47.88%. Male literacy is 55.39% and female literacy is 39.84%.