Raghunandanpur - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Raghunandanpur is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.5 km from Gaighata and around 52.3 km from Barasat. Ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunandanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunandanpur is 322762. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.9 hectares and falls under the 743245 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Raghunandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunandanpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunandanpur village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 245 males and 241 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 470 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunandanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 245 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 239 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 208 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 37 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunandanpur
Raghunandanpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raghunandanpur
Public transport in the Raghunandanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raghunandanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bangaon to Raghunandanpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Raghunandanpur is about 52.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghunandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunandanpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raghunandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunandanpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunandanpur
Where is Raghunandanpur located?
Raghunandanpur village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunandanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunandanpur is Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Raghunandanpur?
The pincode of Raghunandanpur is 743245.
What is the population of Raghunandanpur?
Raghunandanpur has a total population of 486, including 245 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Raghunandanpur?
There are 113 households in Raghunandanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunandanpur is 82.72%. Male literacy is 84.90% and female literacy is 80.50%.