Richheda - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Richheda is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Riccheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richheda is 493865. The village covers a total geographical area of 763.3 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Richheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Richheda
According to the 2011 Census, Richheda village had a total population of 1,303 people, including 643 males and 660 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.85%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 66.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 606.
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 | 1,303 | 643 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 81 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 606 | 296 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 469 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 174 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Richheda
Richheda 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 Richheda
Richheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Amarwara to Richheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Richheda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Richheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richheda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Richheda
Where is Richheda located?
Richheda village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Richheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Richheda is Riccheda.
What is the pincode of Richheda?
The pincode of Richheda is 480221.
What is the population of Richheda?
Richheda had a total population of 1,303, including 643 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Richheda?
Richheda had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richheda was 74.85%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 66.78%.