Raghunathpur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Raghunathpur 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 22.3 km from Alipore. Poleghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghunathpur is 333576. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.66 hectares and falls under the 743387 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Raghunathpur 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 Raghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Raghunathpur village has a total population of 2,657 people, consisting of 1,396 males and 1,261 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,838 literate and 819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,016 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,657 | 1,396 | 1,261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 148 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,016 | 1,061 | 955 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,838 | 1,053 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 343 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Raghunathpur
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 Raghunathpur
Raghunathpur 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 Raghunathpur.
| 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 Raghunathpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Raghunathpur is about 22.3 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 Raghunathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghunathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Raghunathpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raghunathpur
Where is Raghunathpur located?
Raghunathpur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghunathpur is Poleghat.
What is the pincode of Raghunathpur?
The pincode of Raghunathpur is 743387.
What is the population of Raghunathpur?
Raghunathpur has a total population of 2,657, including 1,396 males and 1,261 females.
How many households are there in Raghunathpur?
There are 615 households in Raghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghunathpur is 69.18%. Male literacy is 75.43% and female literacy is 62.25%.