Rachappagondgaon - Bhalki, Bidar
Rachappagondgaon is a village situated in the Bhalki taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhalki and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Morambi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rachappagondgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rachappagondgaon is 599856. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.19 hectares and falls under the 585446 pincode. Bhalki is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Rachappagondgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhalki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rachappagondgaon
As per Census 2011, Rachappagondgaon village has a total population of 1,347 people, consisting of 687 males and 660 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 874 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rachappagondgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,347 | 687 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 150 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 491 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 196 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Rachappagondgaon
Rachappagondgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Honnalli | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Morambi | East | 2.67 km |
| Quaderabad | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Toglur | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Kuntegaon | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Halhalli | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Kesarjawalga | North | 3.40 km |
| Halgorta | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Gorta (b) | South | 4.11 km |
| Ucha | East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rachappagondgaon
Public transport in the Rachappagondgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalki, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhalki to Rachappagondgaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Rachappagondgaon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rachappagondgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rachappagondgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rachappagondgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rachappagondgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Rachappagondgaon
Where is Rachappagondgaon located?
Rachappagondgaon village is located in Bhalki Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rachappagondgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rachappagondgaon is Morambi.
What is the pincode of Rachappagondgaon?
The pincode of Rachappagondgaon is 585446.
What is the population of Rachappagondgaon?
Rachappagondgaon has a total population of 1,347, including 687 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Rachappagondgaon?
There are 272 households in Rachappagondgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rachappagondgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rachappagondgaon is 64.88%. Male literacy is 71.47% and female literacy is 58.03%.