Chak Raghunathpur - Santipur, Nadia
Chak Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 22.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Raghunathpur is 321930. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.69 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Raghunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Raghunathpur village had a total population of 3,848 people, including 1,935 males and 1,913 females, living in 878 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.70%, with male literacy at 65.15% and female literacy at 54.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,590, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,848 | 1,935 | 1,913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 199 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,590 | 1,325 | 1,265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 88 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 2,053 | 1,131 | 922 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,795 | 804 | 991 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Raghunathpur
Chak 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 Chak Raghunathpur
Chak 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 2-5 km of Chak 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Chak Raghunathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chak Raghunathpur is about 22.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Raghunathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Raghunathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak 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 Chak 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Raghunathpur
Where is Chak Raghunathpur located?
Chak Raghunathpur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Raghunathpur is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Chak Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Chak Raghunathpur is 741404.
What is the population of Chak Raghunathpur?
Chak Raghunathpur had a total population of 3,848, including 1,935 males and 1,913 females.
How many households are there in Chak Raghunathpur?
Chak Raghunathpur had 878 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Raghunathpur was 59.70%. Male literacy was 65.15% and female literacy was 54.14%.