Retpura - Singoli, Neemuch
Retpura is a village situated in the Singoli tehsil of Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singoli and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Neemuch. Retpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Retpura is 468419. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.57 hectares and falls under the 458228 pincode. Singoli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Retpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Retpura
As per Census 2011, Retpura village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 158 males and 153 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Retpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 106 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 52 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Retpura
Retpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalrawan | North | 1.16 km |
| Aned | South | 1.21 km |
| Gulsari | East | 1.36 km |
| Nayaparana | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Rastpura | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Mahupura Puran | West | 2.15 km |
| Chimanpura | North | 2.18 km |
| Rajpura | West | 2.59 km |
| Jaswant Pura | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Dhardi | North-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Retpura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Retpura. The nearest railway station is Genoli Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singoli to Retpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Neemuch to Retpura is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Retpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Retpura 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 Retpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Retpura 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 Retpura
Where is Retpura located?
Retpura village is located in Singoli Tehsil, Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Retpura?
Retpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Retpura?
The pincode of Retpura is 458228.
What is the population of Retpura?
Retpura has a total population of 311, including 158 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Retpura?
There are 58 households in Retpura.
What is the literacy rate in Retpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Retpura is 54.66%. Male literacy is 67.09% and female literacy is 41.83%.