Ruhera Village - Seondha, Datia
Ruhera is a village situated in the Seondha tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seondha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Ruhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruhera is 454358. The village covers a total geographical area of 1284.08 hectares and falls under the 475682 pincode. Seondha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ruhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ruhera
As per Census 2011, Ruhera village has a total population of 2,380 people, consisting of 1,291 males and 1,089 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,173 literate and 1,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruhera are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,380 | 1,291 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 207 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 207 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 767 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,207 | 524 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Ruhera
Ruhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kitana | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Neemdanda | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Sing Pura | North | 2.84 km |
| Bhikampura | South | 3.03 km |
| Dhohar | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Bachharoli | North | 3.68 km |
| Gurira | East | 3.74 km |
| Chandrapura | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Kaserua | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Badetar | East | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ruhera
Ruhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Itehar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seondha to Ruhera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Ruhera is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ruhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruhera 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ruhera
Where is Ruhera located?
Ruhera village is located in Seondha Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruhera?
Ruhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ruhera?
The pincode of Ruhera is 475682.
What is the population of Ruhera?
Ruhera has a total population of 2,380, including 1,291 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Ruhera?
There are 527 households in Ruhera.
What is the literacy rate in Ruhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruhera is 49.29%. Male literacy is 59.41% and female literacy is 37.28%.