Raghudebpur - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Raghudebpur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from Mathurapur and around 55.7 km from Alipore. Abad Bhagawanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghudebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghudebpur is 334869. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.22 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Raghudebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandirbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghudebpur
As per Census 2011, Raghudebpur village has a total population of 2,937 people, consisting of 1,507 males and 1,430 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,752 literate and 1,185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghudebpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,937 | 1,507 | 1,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 248 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,415 | 740 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,752 | 982 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 525 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Raghudebpur
Raghudebpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birampur | West | 0.94 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North | 1.10 km |
| Bhagabanpur | South | 1.30 km |
| Krishnanagar | East | 1.33 km |
| Bhimnagar | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Brahmapur | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Kismatsarasberia | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Paylabhagabanpur | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Sankarpur | West | 2.22 km |
| Andharmanik | South-West | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghudebpur
Public transport in the Raghudebpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Karanjali, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Raghudebpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Raghudebpur is about 55.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghudebpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghudebpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raghudebpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghudebpur 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 Raghudebpur
Where is Raghudebpur located?
Raghudebpur village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghudebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghudebpur is Abad Bhagawanpur.
What is the pincode of Raghudebpur?
The pincode of Raghudebpur is 743354.
What is the population of Raghudebpur?
Raghudebpur has a total population of 2,937, including 1,507 males and 1,430 females.
How many households are there in Raghudebpur?
There are 589 households in Raghudebpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghudebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghudebpur is 59.65%. Male literacy is 65.16% and female literacy is 53.85%.