Purba Raghunathpur - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Purba Raghunathpur is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Jaynagar and around 52.3 km from Alipore. Beledurganagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Raghunathpur is 334992. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.88 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purba Raghunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Raghunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Raghunathpur village had a total population of 4,575 people, including 2,330 males and 2,245 females, living in 807 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.26%, with male literacy at 69.54% and female literacy at 56.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 320.
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 | 4,575 | 2,330 | 2,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 925 | 488 | 437 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 164 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,309 | 1,281 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,266 | 1,049 | 1,217 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Raghunathpur
Purba 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 Purba Raghunathpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Purba Raghunathpur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Purba 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Purba Raghunathpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Raghunathpur is about 52.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Raghunathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Raghunathpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba 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 Purba Raghunathpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Raghunathpur
Where is Purba Raghunathpur located?
Purba Raghunathpur village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Raghunathpur is Beledurganagar.
What is the pincode of Purba Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Purba Raghunathpur is 743337.
What is the population of Purba Raghunathpur?
Purba Raghunathpur had a total population of 4,575, including 2,330 males and 2,245 females.
How many households are there in Purba Raghunathpur?
Purba Raghunathpur had 807 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Raghunathpur was 63.26%. Male literacy was 69.54% and female literacy was 56.86%.