Raghunathpur - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.8 km from Manbazar and around 65.8 km from Purulia. Borojaragara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 332247. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.85 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Raghunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 1,207 people, consisting of 601 males and 606 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 614 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 601 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 97 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 56 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 84 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 382 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 219 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur 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 Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Balarampur to Raghunathpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Raghunathpur is about 65.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Borojaragara.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 723131.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 1,207, including 601 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 245 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 50.87%. Male literacy is 63.56% and female literacy is 38.28%.