Raghunathpur - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Baduria. Raghunathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 323478. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.43 hectares and falls under the 743401 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 3,709 people, consisting of 1,959 males and 1,750 females. The village has 865 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,867 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 576 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,709 | 1,959 | 1,750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 211 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 305 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,867 | 1,570 | 1,297 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 389 | 453 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ishwarigachha | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Maleapur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Arsula | East | 1.35 km |
| Gokna | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Gurudaha | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Naturia | North | 2.31 km |
| Pingaleswar | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Rajbaria | West | 3.01 km |
| Jadurhati | West | 3.02 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 3.74 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 Ghovarash Ghona, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Raghunathpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | 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 Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas 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 743401.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 3,709, including 1,959 males and 1,750 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 865 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 77.30%. Male literacy is 80.14% and female literacy is 74.11%.