Risgaon - Nagri, Dhamtari
Risgaon is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Risgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Risgaon is 447409. The village covers a total geographical area of 904.1 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Risgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Risgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Risgaon village had a total population of 891 people, including 470 males and 421 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.35%, with male literacy at 86.95% and female literacy at 58.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 634.
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 | 891 | 470 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 634 | 337 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 353 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 117 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Risgaon
Risgaon 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 Risgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Risgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Risgaon is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Risgaon is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Risgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Risgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Risgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Risgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Risgaon
Where is Risgaon located?
Risgaon village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Risgaon?
Risgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Risgaon?
The pincode of Risgaon is 493778.
What is the population of Risgaon?
Risgaon had a total population of 891, including 470 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Risgaon?
Risgaon had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Risgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Risgaon was 73.35%. Male literacy was 86.95% and female literacy was 58.31%.