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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 1,648 people, consisting of 863 males and 785 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,648 | 863 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 98 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 326 | 300 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,648, including 863 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 400 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 71.66%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 68.92%.