Richhi - Nalkheda, Agar-Malwa
Richhi is a village situated in the Nalkheda tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Nalkheda and around 70 km from Shajapur. Richi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhi is 472299. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.25 hectares and falls under the 465445 pincode. Nalkheda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Richhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Richhi
As per Census 2011, Richhi village has a total population of 1,502 people, consisting of 781 males and 721 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Richhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,502 | 781 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 119 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 247 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 552 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 229 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Richhi
Richhi 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 Richhi
Richhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nalkheda to Richhi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Richhi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhi 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 Richhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhi 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 Richhi
Where is Richhi located?
Richhi village is located in Nalkheda Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhi is Richi.
What is the pincode of Richhi?
The pincode of Richhi is 465445.
What is the population of Richhi?
Richhi has a total population of 1,502, including 781 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Richhi?
There are 299 households in Richhi.
What is the literacy rate in Richhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhi is 59.59%. Male literacy is 70.68% and female literacy is 47.57%.