Richha Chanda - Jaora, Ratlam
Richha Chanda is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Richachanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richha Chanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richha Chanda is 470109. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.41 hectares and falls under the 457226 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Richha Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Richha Chanda
As per Census 2011, Richha Chanda village has a total population of 1,097 people, consisting of 557 males and 540 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 707 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Richha Chanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,097 | 557 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 90 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 409 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 148 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Richha Chanda
Richha Chanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Roop Nagar | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Parvaliya | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Bhutta Khedi | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Matamelki | East | 2.89 km |
| Mundla Ram | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Jhalwa | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Sarsoda | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Lasudiya Nathi | West | 3.62 km |
| Bhaisana | South | 3.92 km |
| Baga Kheda | South | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richha Chanda
Richha Chanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundalaram, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaora to Richha Chanda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Richha Chanda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richha Chanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richha Chanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Richha Chanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richha Chanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Richha Chanda
Where is Richha Chanda located?
Richha Chanda village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richha Chanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Richha Chanda is Richachanda.
What is the pincode of Richha Chanda?
The pincode of Richha Chanda is 457226.
What is the population of Richha Chanda?
Richha Chanda has a total population of 1,097, including 557 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Richha Chanda?
There are 241 households in Richha Chanda.
What is the literacy rate in Richha Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richha Chanda is 64.45%. Male literacy is 73.43% and female literacy is 55.19%.