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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghunathpur village had a total population of 891 people, including 439 males and 452 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 84.72% and female literacy at 52.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 875.
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 | 891 | 439 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 891, including 439 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur was 68.07%. Male literacy was 84.72% and female literacy was 52.00%.