Ruhiya - Nuaon, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Ruhiya is a village situated in the Nuaon subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nuaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Taraitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruhiya is 249132. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 802132 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ruhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ruhiya
As per Census 2011, Ruhiya village has a total population of 470 people, consisting of 279 males and 191 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 684 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruhiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 279 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 296 | 192 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 87 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Ruhiya
Ruhiya 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 Ruhiya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ruhiya. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ruhiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhabua to Ruhiya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruhiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ruhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruhiya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ruhiya
Where is Ruhiya located?
Ruhiya village is located in Nuaon Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruhiya is Taraitha.
What is the pincode of Ruhiya?
The pincode of Ruhiya is 802132.
What is the population of Ruhiya?
Ruhiya has a total population of 470, including 279 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Ruhiya?
There are 77 households in Ruhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Ruhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruhiya is 62.98%. Male literacy is 68.82% and female literacy is 54.45%.