Richhawar - Saikheda, Narsimhapur
Richhawar is a village situated in the Saikheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Gadarwara and around 75 km from Narsimhapur. Richhawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhawar is 490787. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.13 hectares and falls under the 487661 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Richhawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Richhawar
As per Census 2011, Richhawar village has a total population of 658 people, consisting of 355 males and 303 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Richhawar are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 173 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 182 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Richhawar
Richhawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amoda | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Timrawan | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Rampura | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Ulthan | West | 4.19 km |
| Naya Kheda | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Bhatera | East | 4.34 km |
| Timrawan | North | 4.82 km |
| Bhorgarh | West | 4.94 km |
| Madgula | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Neemuch | South-East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richhawar
Richhawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gadarwara to Richhawar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Richhawar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhawar 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 Richhawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhawar 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 Richhawar
Where is Richhawar located?
Richhawar village is located in Saikheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richhawar?
Richhawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Richhawar?
The pincode of Richhawar is 487661.
What is the population of Richhawar?
Richhawar has a total population of 658, including 355 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Richhawar?
There are 146 households in Richhawar.
What is the literacy rate in Richhawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhawar is 41.19%. Male literacy is 48.73% and female literacy is 32.34%.