Ray Band - Neturia, Purulia
Ray Band is a village situated in the Neturia subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22 km from Neturia and around 45 km from Purulia. Raibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ray Band village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ray Band is 330382. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.81 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ray Band village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ray Band
As per Census 2011, Ray Band village has a total population of 2,092 people, consisting of 1,073 males and 1,019 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 395 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ray Band are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,092 | 1,073 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 145 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 230 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 192 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 725 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 348 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Ray Band
Ray Band 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanchanpur | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Sulanga | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Mangram | East | 1.47 km |
| Kulbana | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Hansa Pathar | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Sidpur | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Asta | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Ranipur | West | 1.85 km |
| Dumarhir | West | 2.06 km |
| Bhaldubi | South | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ray Band
Ray Band is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalubathan, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Ray Band is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Ray Band is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ray Band
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ray Band village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ray Band
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ray Band village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ray Band
Where is Ray Band located?
Ray Band village is located in Neturia Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ray Band?
The Gram Panchayat of Ray Band is Raibandh.
What is the pincode of Ray Band?
The pincode of Ray Band is 723133.
What is the population of Ray Band?
Ray Band has a total population of 2,092, including 1,073 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Ray Band?
There are 358 households in Ray Band.
What is the literacy rate in Ray Band?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ray Band is 56.45%. Male literacy is 67.57% and female literacy is 44.75%.