Riguamarni - Devipur, Deoghar
Riguamarni is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Devghar. Barwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Riguamarni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Riguamarni is 354189. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Devghar is the nearest town.
Riguamarni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Riguamarni
According to the 2011 Census, Riguamarni village had a total population of 341 people, including 179 males and 162 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.56%, with male literacy at 69.63% and female literacy at 31.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 341 | 179 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 94 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 85 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Riguamarni
Riguamarni is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Goslidih | South | 0.85 km |
| Gomdidih | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Khijuria | West | 1.21 km |
| Dumarjor | North | 1.32 km |
| Khamardih | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Rangniatanr | West | 1.83 km |
| Tola Kolharia | West | 1.94 km |
| Tola Baksila | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Jagnadih | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Barwan | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Riguamarni
Public transport in the Riguamarni is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sankarpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Devghar to Riguamarni is about 25 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 Riguamarni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Riguamarni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Riguamarni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Riguamarni 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 Riguamarni
Where is Riguamarni located?
Riguamarni village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Riguamarni?
The Gram Panchayat of Riguamarni is Barwan.
What is the pincode of Riguamarni?
The pincode of Riguamarni is 814120.
What is the population of Riguamarni?
Riguamarni had a total population of 341, including 179 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Riguamarni?
Riguamarni had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riguamarni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riguamarni was 50.56%. Male literacy was 69.63% and female literacy was 31.06%.