Raghunathnagar - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Raghunathnagar is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from Diamond Harbour and around 33.3 km from Alipore. Mashat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathnagar is 334348. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.86 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Raghunathnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghunathnagar
As per Census 2011, Raghunathnagar village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 682 males and 660 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 910 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 546 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 682 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 278 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 910 | 501 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 181 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathnagar
Raghunathnagar 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 Raghunathnagar
Public transport in the Raghunathnagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Raghunathnagar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Raghunathnagar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Raghunathnagar is about 33.3 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 Raghunathnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunathnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raghunathnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghunathnagar 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Raghunathnagar
Where is Raghunathnagar located?
Raghunathnagar village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathnagar is Mashat.
What is the pincode of Raghunathnagar?
The pincode of Raghunathnagar is 743331.
What is the population of Raghunathnagar?
Raghunathnagar has a total population of 1,342, including 682 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathnagar?
There are 301 households in Raghunathnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathnagar is 67.81%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 61.97%.