Rahardi - Para, Purulia
Rahardi is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from Para and around 33.6 km from Purulia. Dubra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahardi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahardi is 330076. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.23 hectares and falls under the 723155 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rahardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rahardi
As per Census 2011, Rahardi village has a total population of 2,674 people, consisting of 1,387 males and 1,287 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,561 literate and 1,113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 628 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,674 | 1,387 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 181 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 312 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,561 | 978 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,113 | 409 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Rahardi
Rahardi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balichasa | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Koldi | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Ketlapur Alias Nutandi | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Kaliasota | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Putulia | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Kankdiha | South | 2.42 km |
| Dubeagar | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Sidhpur | South | 2.93 km |
| Mahuda | East | 2.95 km |
| Gobindapur | East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rahardi
Rahardi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rukni, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Rahardi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Rahardi is about 33.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rahardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rahardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rahardi
Where is Rahardi located?
Rahardi village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahardi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahardi is Dubra.
What is the pincode of Rahardi?
The pincode of Rahardi is 723155.
What is the population of Rahardi?
Rahardi has a total population of 2,674, including 1,387 males and 1,287 females.
How many households are there in Rahardi?
There are 457 households in Rahardi.
What is the literacy rate in Rahardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahardi is 58.38%. Male literacy is 70.51% and female literacy is 45.30%.