Richhoura - Bhander, Datia
Richhoura is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Richora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhoura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhoura is 454864. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.59 hectares and falls under the 475336 pincode. Datia is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Richhoura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Richhoura
According to the 2011 Census, Richhoura village had a total population of 1,307 people, including 707 males and 600 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.52%, with male literacy at 87.19% and female literacy at 53.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411.
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 | 1,307 | 707 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 106 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 232 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 524 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 183 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Richhoura
Richhoura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raruajiwan | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Badehari | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Sikari | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Itarora | North | 2.10 km |
| Bhalka | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Delua | West | 2.62 km |
| Anandpur | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Durgapur | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Ahroni | East | 3.07 km |
| Laharakalan | North | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richhoura
Richhoura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kotra, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Datia to Richhoura is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhoura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhoura 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 Richhoura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhoura 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 Richhoura
Where is Richhoura located?
Richhoura village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Richhoura?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhoura is Richora.
What is the pincode of Richhoura?
The pincode of Richhoura is 475336.
What is the population of Richhoura?
Richhoura had a total population of 1,307, including 707 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Richhoura?
Richhoura had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richhoura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhoura was 71.52%. Male literacy was 87.19% and female literacy was 53.37%.