Raghabpur - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Raghabpur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from Mathurapur and around 60.5 km from Alipore. Krishnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghabpur is 334835. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.46 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Raghabpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghabpur
According to the 2011 Census, Raghabpur village had a total population of 318 people, including 164 males and 154 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.70%, with male literacy at 91.10% and female literacy at 74.13%.
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 | 318 | 164 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 133 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Raghabpur
Raghabpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Batishwar | East | 0.65 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | North | 0.76 km |
| Uttar Madhusudanpur | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Chak Sarberia | East | 1.16 km |
| Ramjibanpur | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Uttar Kashinagar | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Gopinathpur | North | 1.89 km |
| Bhagabatipur | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Daudpur | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Sekhpukhuria | West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghabpur
Raghabpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mathurapur Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Raghabpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Raghabpur is about 60.5 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 Raghabpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghabpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raghabpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghabpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghabpur
Where is Raghabpur located?
Raghabpur village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghabpur is Krishnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Raghabpur?
The pincode of Raghabpur is 743354.
What is the population of Raghabpur?
Raghabpur had a total population of 318, including 164 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Raghabpur?
Raghabpur had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghabpur was 82.70%. Male literacy was 91.10% and female literacy was 74.13%.