Raghunathpur - Nakashipara, Nadia
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakashipara and around 29.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Billwagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 321489. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.78 hectares and falls under the 741138 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 42 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 Nakashipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 2,598 people, consisting of 1,309 males and 1,289 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 1,734 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,598 | 1,309 | 1,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 175 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 484 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,734 | 825 | 909 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | South | 0.77 km |
| Chak Bhabanipur | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Bilwagram | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Tetul Baria | South | 1.57 km |
| Chandanpur | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Dahakula | East | 2.22 km |
| Kachkuli | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Sabaipur | West | 2.48 km |
| Jugpur | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Jagannathpur | West | 2.64 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 Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Krishna Nagar to Raghunathpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Raghunathpur is about 29.8 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Nakashipara Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Billwagram.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 741138.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 2,598, including 1,309 males and 1,289 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 681 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 33.26%. Male literacy is 36.97% and female literacy is 29.48%.