Ritoda - Badnawar, Dhar
Ritoda is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Retoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ritoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ritoda is 474506. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.35 hectares and falls under the 454665 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ritoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ritoda
As per Census 2011, Ritoda village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 221 males and 221 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ritoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 221 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 158 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 161 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 60 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Ritoda
Ritoda 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 Ritoda
Ritoda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnawar to Ritoda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Ritoda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ritoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ritoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ritoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ritoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ritoda
Where is Ritoda located?
Ritoda village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ritoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ritoda is Retoda.
What is the pincode of Ritoda?
The pincode of Ritoda is 454665.
What is the population of Ritoda?
Ritoda has a total population of 442, including 221 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Ritoda?
There are 85 households in Ritoda.
What is the literacy rate in Ritoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ritoda is 59.50%. Male literacy is 72.85% and female literacy is 46.15%.