Richhera - Chinour, Gwalior
Richhera is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Mauchh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhera is 454280. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.17 hectares and falls under the 475001 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Richhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Richhera
According to the 2011 Census, Richhera village had a total population of 278 people, including 146 males and 132 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.32%, with male literacy at 94.21% and female literacy at 77.88%.
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 | 278 | 146 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 114 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Richhera
Richhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mauchh | East | 1.12 km |
| Amardha | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Banwar | South | 3.08 km |
| Dhiroti | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Nikodi | East | 3.51 km |
| Rampur | West | 3.66 km |
| Par | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Saraipura | East | 4.68 km |
| Panihar | North-West | 4.85 km |
| Amroul(amrol-81) | South-East | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richhera
Richhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panihar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 km.
| 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 Gwalior to Richhera is about 27 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 Richhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Richhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Richhera
Where is Richhera located?
Richhera village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhera is Mauchh.
What is the pincode of Richhera?
The pincode of Richhera is 475001.
What is the population of Richhera?
Richhera had a total population of 278, including 146 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Richhera?
Richhera had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhera was 86.32%. Male literacy was 94.21% and female literacy was 77.88%.