Richha-Gujar - Jaora, Ratlam
Richha-Gujar is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Netawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richha-Gujar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richha-Gujar is 470088. The village covers a total geographical area of 625.72 hectares and falls under the 457336 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Richha-Gujar 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-Gujar
According to the 2011 Census, Richha-Gujar village had a total population of 903 people, including 469 males and 434 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.15%, with male literacy at 91.55% and female literacy at 63.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 903 | 469 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 379 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 90 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Richha-Gujar
Richha-Gujar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Martandganj | North | 2.35 km |
| Ranayara (dewas) | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Panthmelki | West | 2.51 km |
| Kilgari | West | 3.20 km |
| Netawali | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Rola | South | 3.25 km |
| Mandwi | East | 3.49 km |
| Piplodi | West | 4.34 km |
| Moriya | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Patlawad | North | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richha-Gujar
Richha-Gujar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kachnara, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaora to Richha-Gujar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Richha-Gujar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richha-Gujar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richha-Gujar 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 Richha-Gujar
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-Gujar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Richha-Gujar
Where is Richha-Gujar located?
Richha-Gujar village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richha-Gujar?
The Gram Panchayat of Richha-Gujar is Netawali.
What is the pincode of Richha-Gujar?
The pincode of Richha-Gujar is 457336.
What is the population of Richha-Gujar?
Richha-Gujar had a total population of 903, including 469 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Richha-Gujar?
Richha-Gujar had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richha-Gujar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richha-Gujar was 78.15%. Male literacy was 91.55% and female literacy was 63.82%.