Raghunathpur - Santipur, Nadia
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 29.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 321932. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.18 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
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 Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 1,648 people, including 863 males and 785 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.80%, with male literacy at 83.66% and female literacy at 75.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 626.
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 | 1,648 | 863 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 98 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 326 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 640 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 223 | 244 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankdebipur (p) | East | 1.15 km |
| Karanchapali | North | 1.41 km |
| Brahmasasan | West | 1.63 km |
| Baganchara | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Chandkuri | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Gobindapur | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Ranadi | West | 3.04 km |
| Kulia | North | 3.08 km |
| Hijuli | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Charharipur | South | 3.86 km |
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 Shantipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Raghunathpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 741404.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had a total population of 1,648, including 863 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 79.80%. Male literacy was 83.66% and female literacy was 75.66%.