Raghubirpur - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas
Raghubirpur is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 11.1 km from Barasat. Kotra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghubirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghubirpur is 323208. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.29 hectares and falls under the 743294 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raghubirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deganga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghubirpur
As per Census 2011, Raghubirpur village has a total population of 2,190 people, consisting of 1,140 males and 1,050 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,635 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghubirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,190 | 1,140 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 148 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,635 | 887 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 253 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Raghubirpur
Raghubirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotra | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Jafarpur | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Nimdaria | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Ula | West | 1.64 km |
| Uthandanga | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Kalsara | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Muktarpur | East | 1.88 km |
| Naksa | North | 1.90 km |
| Puturi | South | 1.97 km |
| Kharki | North | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghubirpur
Public transport in the Raghubirpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahira Kalibari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 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 Barasat to Raghubirpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Raghubirpur is about 11.1 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 Raghubirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghubirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raghubirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghubirpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghubirpur
Where is Raghubirpur located?
Raghubirpur village is located in Barasat - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghubirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghubirpur is Kotra.
What is the pincode of Raghubirpur?
The pincode of Raghubirpur is 743294.
What is the population of Raghubirpur?
Raghubirpur has a total population of 2,190, including 1,140 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Raghubirpur?
There are 498 households in Raghubirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghubirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghubirpur is 74.66%. Male literacy is 77.81% and female literacy is 71.24%.