Rijgaon
Rijgaon is a village located in Handiya tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Handiya (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Rijgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rijgaon unique in its vibrant Handiya-Harda region. You’ll see Rijgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rijgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rijgaon is 486890. The village spans a total geographical area of 1085.5 hectares. Harda is nearest town to Rijgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Rijgaon
Population of Rijgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Rijgaon has a total population of about 1,561, with approximately 816 males and 745 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 213 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 411 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 315. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.96%, with male literacy at about 74.39% and female literacy near 54.63%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rijgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,561 | 816 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 219 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 170 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 607 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 209 | 338 |
Connectivity of Rijgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rijgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Rijgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rijgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Rijgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rijgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rijgaon
- Where is Rijgaon located?
- Rijgaon village is situated in Handiya Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rijgaon?
- Rijgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Rijgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rijgaon is 1,561, with 816 males and 745 females.
- How many households are there in Rijgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rijgaon village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rijgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rijgaon is 64.96%. The male literacy rate is 74.39%, while the female literacy rate is 54.63%.