Raghudi - Purulia - II, Purulia
Raghudi is a village situated in the Purulia - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18 km from Purulia and around 84 km from Purulia. Belma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghudi is 329941. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.79 hectares and falls under the 723126 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raghudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghudi
According to the 2011 Census, Raghudi village had a total population of 861 people, including 465 males and 396 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.10%, with male literacy at 62.27% and female literacy at 46.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 237.
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 | 861 | 465 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 78 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 241 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 224 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Raghudi
Raghudi 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 Raghudi
Raghudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Raghudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Purulia to Raghudi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Raghudi is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Raghudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghudi
Where is Raghudi located?
Raghudi village is located in Purulia - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghudi is Belma.
What is the pincode of Raghudi?
The pincode of Raghudi is 723126.
What is the population of Raghudi?
Raghudi had a total population of 861, including 465 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Raghudi?
Raghudi had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghudi was 55.10%. Male literacy was 62.27% and female literacy was 46.90%.