Roydad - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Roydad is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Surwa Koyda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roydad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roydad is 477434. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.66 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Roydad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roydad
According to the 2011 Census, Roydad village had a total population of 1,378 people, including 695 males and 683 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.99%, with male literacy at 50.77% and female literacy at 37.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,000.
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 | 1,378 | 695 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 175 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,000 | 505 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 264 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 431 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Roydad
Roydad 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 Roydad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Roydad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Roydad is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Roydad is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roydad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roydad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Roydad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roydad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Roydad
Where is Roydad located?
Roydad village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roydad?
The Gram Panchayat of Roydad is Surwa Koyda.
What is the pincode of Roydad?
The pincode of Roydad is 451331.
What is the population of Roydad?
Roydad had a total population of 1,378, including 695 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Roydad?
Roydad had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roydad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roydad was 43.99%. Male literacy was 50.77% and female literacy was 37.31%.