Riyarda - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Riyarda is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Goilkera and around 111 km from Chaibasa. Sarugara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Riyarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Riyarda is 377576. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.29 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakardharpur is the nearest town.
Riyarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Riyarda
According to the 2011 Census, Riyarda village had a total population of 524 people, including 252 males and 272 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.07%, with male literacy at 44.34% and female literacy at 16.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 493.
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 | 524 | 252 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 238 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 94 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 158 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Riyarda
Riyarda 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 Riyarda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Riyarda.
| 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 Chaibasa to Riyarda is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Riyarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Riyarda 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 Riyarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Riyarda 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 Riyarda
Where is Riyarda located?
Riyarda village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riyarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Riyarda is Sarugara.
What is the pincode of Riyarda?
The pincode of Riyarda is 833103.
What is the population of Riyarda?
Riyarda had a total population of 524, including 252 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Riyarda?
Riyarda had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riyarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riyarda was 30.07%. Male literacy was 44.34% and female literacy was 16.13%.