Richhawar
Richhawar is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Richhawar village is also a gram panchayat.
Richhawar has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Richhawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Richhawar is 490787. The village spans a total geographical area of 632.13 hectares. Gadarwara is nearest town to Richhawar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Richhawar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Richhawar
Population of Richhawar
Below is a concise population overview of Richhawar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 355 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 73 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 173 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 182 | 205 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Richhawar village:
- The total population of Richhawar village is around 658, including approximately 355 males and 303 females, with a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Richhawar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Richhawar village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Richhawar village is about 41.19%, with male literacy at 48.73% and female literacy at 32.34%.
- There are around 146 households in Richhawar village.
Connectivity of Richhawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Richhawar. As per the 2011 stats, Richhawar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Richhawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Richhawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Richhawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Richhawar
- Where is Richhawar located?
- Richhawar village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Richhawar?
- Richhawar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Richhawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Richhawar is 658, with 355 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Richhawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Richhawar village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Richhawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Richhawar is 41.19%. The male literacy rate is 48.73%, while the female literacy rate is 32.34%.