Richhariya - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Richhariya is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Richhadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhariya is 479034. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.79 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Richhariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Richhariya
According to the 2011 Census, Richhariya village had a total population of 495 people, including 252 males and 243 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.83%, with male literacy at 26.46% and female literacy at 19.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 495 | 252 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 202 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Richhariya
Richhariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achalpura | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Antraliya | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Durgpur | South | 1.60 km |
| Kadi Kheda | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Doria Khedi | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Khemapura | South | 2.63 km |
| Borda Shriji | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Pura Durgpura | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Bedar | North | 2.71 km |
| Moi Khurd | West | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richhariya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Richhariya. The nearest railway station is Sinduriya Kachari, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khilchipur to Richhariya is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Richhariya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhariya 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 Richhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhariya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Richhariya
Where is Richhariya located?
Richhariya village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Richhariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhariya is Richhadiya.
What is the pincode of Richhariya?
The pincode of Richhariya is 465679.
What is the population of Richhariya?
Richhariya had a total population of 495, including 252 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Richhariya?
Richhariya had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhariya was 22.83%. Male literacy was 26.46% and female literacy was 19.27%.