Ridi - Namhol, Bilaspur
Ridi is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Jukhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ridi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ridi is 019909. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 174033 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Ridi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ridi
According to the 2011 Census, Ridi village had a total population of 282 people, including 143 males and 139 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.31%, with male literacy at 83.05% and female literacy at 71.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 282 | 143 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 45 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Ridi
Ridi 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 Ridi
Ridi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bilaspur to Ridi is about 20 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 Ridi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ridi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ridi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ridi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ridi
Where is Ridi located?
Ridi village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ridi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ridi is Jukhala.
What is the pincode of Ridi?
The pincode of Ridi is 174033.
What is the population of Ridi?
Ridi had a total population of 282, including 143 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Ridi?
Ridi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ridi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ridi was 77.31%. Male literacy was 83.05% and female literacy was 71.67%.