Richhi - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Richhi is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Richhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhi is 506012. The village covers a total geographical area of 619 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town.
Richhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Richhi
According to the 2011 Census, Richhi village had a total population of 1,209 people, including 651 males and 558 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.59%, with male literacy at 70.75% and female literacy at 46.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 945.
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 | 1,209 | 651 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 104 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 945 | 504 | 441 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 387 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 264 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Richhi
Richhi 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 Richhi
Richhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khandwa to Richhi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Richhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Richhi
Where is Richhi located?
Richhi village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richhi?
Richhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Richhi?
The pincode of Richhi is 450001.
What is the population of Richhi?
Richhi had a total population of 1,209, including 651 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Richhi?
Richhi had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhi was 59.59%. Male literacy was 70.75% and female literacy was 46.88%.