Richha Dewada - Piploda, Ratlam
Richha Dewada is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Richadewada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richha Dewada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richha Dewada is 469978. The village covers a total geographical area of 580 hectares and falls under the 457340 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Richha Dewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Richha Dewada
As per Census 2011, Richha Dewada village has a total population of 1,417 people, consisting of 750 males and 667 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 387 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Richha Dewada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,417 | 750 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 84 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 215 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 584 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 166 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Richha Dewada
Richha Dewada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naveli | South | 1.80 km |
| Semal Khedi | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Ranayara | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Bhat Kheda | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Khodana | North | 3.25 km |
| Bagiya | South | 3.89 km |
| Pingrala | East | 3.94 km |
| Mawta | West | 4.18 km |
| Ranigaon | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Palasiya | North | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richha Dewada
Richha Dewada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhodhar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dewada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Richha Dewada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richha Dewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richha Dewada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Richha Dewada
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 Dewada 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 Richha Dewada
Where is Richha Dewada located?
Richha Dewada village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richha Dewada?
The Gram Panchayat of Richha Dewada is Richadewada.
What is the pincode of Richha Dewada?
The pincode of Richha Dewada is 457340.
What is the population of Richha Dewada?
Richha Dewada has a total population of 1,417, including 750 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Richha Dewada?
There are 305 households in Richha Dewada.
What is the literacy rate in Richha Dewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richha Dewada is 68.31%. Male literacy is 77.87% and female literacy is 57.57%.