Raghunathpur - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from Goghat and around 86.9 km from Chinsura. Kamarpukur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 324161. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.14 hectares and falls under the 712612 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Raghunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 370 people, consisting of 194 males and 176 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 370 | 194 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 158 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
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 shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raghunathpur.
| 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 Arambagh to Raghunathpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Raghunathpur is about 86.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 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) | 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 Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Kamarpukur.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 712612.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 370, including 194 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 82 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 77.03%. Male literacy is 81.44% and female literacy is 72.16%.