Purba Raghunathpur (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Purba Raghunathpur (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Mandirbazar and around 58.1 km from Alipore. Krishnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Raghunathpur (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Raghunathpur (K) is 334712. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.99 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Raghunathpur (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Raghunathpur (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Raghunathpur (K) village had a total population of 1,230 people, including 637 males and 593 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.66%, with male literacy at 95.18% and female literacy at 77.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 939.
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 | 1,230 | 637 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 939 | 495 | 444 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 533 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 104 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Raghunathpur (K)
Purba Raghunathpur (K) 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 (K)
Purba Raghunathpur (K) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Purba Raghunathpur (K).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Purba Raghunathpur (K) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Raghunathpur (K) is about 58.1 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 Purba Raghunathpur (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Raghunathpur (K) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Raghunathpur (K)
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 (K) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Raghunathpur (K)
Where is Purba Raghunathpur (K) located?
Purba Raghunathpur (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Raghunathpur (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Raghunathpur (K) is Krishnapur.
What is the pincode of Purba Raghunathpur (K)?
The pincode of Purba Raghunathpur (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Purba Raghunathpur (K)?
Purba Raghunathpur (K) had a total population of 1,230, including 637 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Purba Raghunathpur (K)?
Purba Raghunathpur (K) had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Raghunathpur (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Raghunathpur (K) was 86.66%. Male literacy was 95.18% and female literacy was 77.34%.