Raghunathpur - Puncha, Purulia
Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16 km from Puncha and around 60 km from Purulia. Chirudihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 331084. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.54 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 66 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 891 people, consisting of 439 males and 452 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 535 literate and 356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 875 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 891 | 439 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 875 | 432 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 327 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 112 | 244 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raghunathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Puruliya to Raghunathpur is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Raghunathpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Chirudihi.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 723151.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 891, including 439 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 176 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 60.04%. Male literacy is 74.49% and female literacy is 46.02%.