Raghabpur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Raghabpur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from Rajpur and around 18.1 km from Alipore. Poleghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghabpur is 333580. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.3 hectares and falls under the 743387 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Raghabpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghabpur
As per Census 2011, Raghabpur village has a total population of 1,140 people, consisting of 592 males and 548 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 928 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghabpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,140 | 592 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 498 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 94 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Raghabpur
Raghabpur 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 Raghabpur
Raghabpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raghabpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rajpur to Raghabpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Raghabpur is about 18.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghabpur
Where is Raghabpur located?
Raghabpur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghabpur is Poleghat.
What is the pincode of Raghabpur?
The pincode of Raghabpur is 743387.
What is the population of Raghabpur?
Raghabpur has a total population of 1,140, including 592 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Raghabpur?
There are 258 households in Raghabpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghabpur is 81.40%. Male literacy is 84.12% and female literacy is 78.47%.