Raghabpur - Chakdah, Nadia
Raghabpur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 48.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hingnara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghabpur is 322279. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.22 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha 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 Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghabpur
As per Census 2011, Raghabpur village has a total population of 821 people, consisting of 428 males and 393 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghabpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 428 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 288 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 564 | 319 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 109 | 148 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balarampur | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Darappur (ct) | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Ballabhpur | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Hariankha | West | 1.79 km |
| Purulia | South | 2.04 km |
| Balia | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Hing Nara | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Srinagar | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Bagdob | West | 2.80 km |
| Maheshchandrapur | South-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghabpur
Raghabpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Raghabpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Raghabpur is about 48.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghabpur is Hingnara.
What is the pincode of Raghabpur?
The pincode of Raghabpur is 741223.
What is the population of Raghabpur?
Raghabpur has a total population of 821, including 428 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Raghabpur?
There are 190 households in Raghabpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghabpur is 68.70%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 62.34%.