Rethani - Pachore, Rajgarh
Rethani is a village situated in the Pachore tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachore and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Latahedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rethani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rethani is 480358. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.71 hectares and falls under the 465680 pincode. Talen is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Rethani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rethani
According to the 2011 Census, Rethani village had a total population of 810 people, including 402 males and 408 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.55%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 48.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 810 | 402 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 64 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 320 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 82 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Rethani
Rethani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nindra Khedi | North | 1.72 km |
| Latahedi | South | 2.08 km |
| Bani | West | 2.61 km |
| Shahbajpura | South | 4.01 km |
| Kudlasa | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Tikod | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Budanpur | West | 4.90 km |
| Mundla Reti | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Abdapur | North | 5.36 km |
| Nishana | West | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rethani
Rethani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udyan Kheri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talen to Rethani is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Rethani 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 Rethani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rethani 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 Rethani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rethani 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 Rethani
Where is Rethani located?
Rethani village is located in Pachore Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rethani?
The Gram Panchayat of Rethani is Latahedi.
What is the pincode of Rethani?
The pincode of Rethani is 465680.
What is the population of Rethani?
Rethani had a total population of 810, including 402 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Rethani?
Rethani had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rethani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rethani was 70.55%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 48.58%.