Rinchhwani - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Rinchhwani is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Rinchhwani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rinchhwani is 518723. The village covers a total geographical area of 1085.54 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Godhra is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Rinchhwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rinchhwani
As per Census 2011, Rinchhwani village has a total population of 4,060 people, consisting of 2,034 males and 2,026 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 657 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,361 literate and 1,699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rinchhwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,060 | 2,034 | 2,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 657 | 332 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 191 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 2,361 | 1,505 | 856 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,699 | 529 | 1,170 |
Nearby Villages of Rinchhwani
Rinchhwani 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 Rinchhwani
Rinchhwani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Godhra to Rinchhwani is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Rinchhwani is about 18 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 Rinchhwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rinchhwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rinchhwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rinchhwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rinchhwani
Where is Rinchhwani located?
Rinchhwani village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rinchhwani?
Rinchhwani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rinchhwani?
The pincode of Rinchhwani is 389380.
What is the population of Rinchhwani?
Rinchhwani has a total population of 4,060, including 2,034 males and 2,026 females.
How many households are there in Rinchhwani?
There are 612 households in Rinchhwani.
What is the literacy rate in Rinchhwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rinchhwani is 58.15%. Male literacy is 73.99% and female literacy is 42.25%.