Raghab Chak - Midnapore, Paschim Medinipur
Raghab Chak is a village situated in the Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Pathra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghab Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghab Chak is 339461. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.29 hectares and falls under the 721149 pincode. Midnapore is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Raghab Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharagpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghab Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Raghab Chak village had a total population of 63 people, including 32 males and 31 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.28%, with male literacy at 62.07% and female literacy at 34.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Raghab Chak
Raghab Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharmmpur | South | 0.77 km |
| Chak Daulat | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Belpatari | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Gapainathpur | North | 1.25 km |
| Gachhgerya | North | 1.40 km |
| Jagul | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Kalinagar | North | 1.96 km |
| Paljagul | West | 2.40 km |
| Bajpara | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Udaypur | North | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghab Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raghab Chak. The nearest railway station is Madpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapore to Raghab Chak is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghab Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghab Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghab Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghab Chak 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Raghab Chak
Where is Raghab Chak located?
Raghab Chak village is located in Midnapore Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghab Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghab Chak is Pathra.
What is the pincode of Raghab Chak?
The pincode of Raghab Chak is 721149.
What is the population of Raghab Chak?
Raghab Chak had a total population of 63, including 32 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Raghab Chak?
Raghab Chak had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghab Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghab Chak was 48.28%. Male literacy was 62.07% and female literacy was 34.48%.