Raghunathpur - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 29.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Raghunathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 321208. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.97 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 52 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 Tehatta 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 1,767 people, consisting of 888 males and 879 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,767 | 888 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 729 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 159 | 177 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nishchintapur | North | 1.19 km |
| Iswarchandrapur | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Krishnachandrapur | East | 1.68 km |
| Tarangar | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Suruppur | North | 2.14 km |
| Chak Rudranagar | West | 3.11 km |
| Syamnagar | North | 3.15 km |
| Rudranagar | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Natipota | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Jitpur | East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Raghunathpur is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 741160.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 1,767, including 888 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 488 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 80.98%. Male literacy is 82.09% and female literacy is 79.86%.