Roja - Kukshi, Dhar
Roja is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Roja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roja is 475462. The village covers a total geographical area of 770.2 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Roja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Roja
As per Census 2011, Roja village has a total population of 2,308 people, consisting of 1,169 males and 1,139 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 1,870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,245 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,308 | 1,169 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 212 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,245 | 1,134 | 1,111 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 271 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,870 | 898 | 972 |
Nearby Villages of Roja
Roja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Girwanya | West | 1.89 km |
| Kurd Digpura | East | 2.96 km |
| Dongargaon | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Mogara | North | 4.14 km |
| Talanpur | South | 4.20 km |
| Haldi | West | 4.33 km |
| Bhimpura | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Palasi | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Awali | North | 4.90 km |
| Ali | South-West | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roja
Roja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kukshi to Roja is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Roja is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roja 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 Roja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roja 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 Roja
Where is Roja located?
Roja village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roja?
Roja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roja?
The pincode of Roja is 454331.
What is the population of Roja?
Roja has a total population of 2,308, including 1,169 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Roja?
There are 430 households in Roja.
What is the literacy rate in Roja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roja is 18.98%. Male literacy is 23.18% and female literacy is 14.66%.