Rupgarh - Petlawad, Jhabua
Rupgarh is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Rupgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupgarh is 504222. The village covers a total geographical area of 759.91 hectares and falls under the 457773 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Rupgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rupgarh
As per Census 2011, Rupgarh village has a total population of 2,071 people, consisting of 1,076 males and 995 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 952 literate and 1,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,262 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,071 | 1,076 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 176 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,262 | 672 | 590 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 606 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 470 | 649 |
Nearby Villages of Rupgarh
Rupgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bardia | North | 2.48 km |
| Jhonsar | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Hanumatya | East | 2.62 km |
| Hanumangarh | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Khodri | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Ralyawan | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Suwarpada | East | 3.01 km |
| Dhanpura | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Dadia | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Charanpura | South | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rupgarh
Rupgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Rupgarh is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Rupgarh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rupgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rupgarh
Where is Rupgarh located?
Rupgarh village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupgarh?
Rupgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rupgarh?
The pincode of Rupgarh is 457773.
What is the population of Rupgarh?
Rupgarh has a total population of 2,071, including 1,076 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Rupgarh?
There are 373 households in Rupgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Rupgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupgarh is 45.97%. Male literacy is 56.32% and female literacy is 34.77%.