Rinchhiya - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Rinchhiya is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Rinchhiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rinchhiya is 518801. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.89 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rinchhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rinchhiya
As per Census 2011, Rinchhiya village has a total population of 1,957 people, consisting of 994 males and 963 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 784 literate and 1,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,883 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rinchhiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,957 | 994 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 171 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,883 | 955 | 928 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 498 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 496 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Rinchhiya
Rinchhiya 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 Rinchhiya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rinchhiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Halol to Rinchhiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Rinchhiya is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rinchhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rinchhiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rinchhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rinchhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rinchhiya
Where is Rinchhiya located?
Rinchhiya village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rinchhiya?
Rinchhiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rinchhiya?
The pincode of Rinchhiya is 389380.
What is the population of Rinchhiya?
Rinchhiya has a total population of 1,957, including 994 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Rinchhiya?
There are 305 households in Rinchhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Rinchhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rinchhiya is 40.06%. Male literacy is 50.10% and female literacy is 29.70%.