Richhul - Nagod, Satna
Richhul is a village situated in the Nagod tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagod and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Riechhul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhul is 463717. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.22 hectares and falls under the 488333 pincode. Nagod is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Richhul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Richhul
According to the 2011 Census, Richhul village had a total population of 3,458 people, including 1,818 males and 1,640 females, living in 688 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.03%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 53.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 714, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,458 | 1,818 | 1,640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 622 | 331 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 714 | 383 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,816 | 1,099 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,642 | 719 | 923 |
Nearby Villages of Richhul
Richhul is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Richhul
Richhul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagod to Richhul is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Richhul 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 Richhul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Richhul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Richhul
Where is Richhul located?
Richhul village is located in Nagod Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Richhul?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhul is Riechhul.
What is the pincode of Richhul?
The pincode of Richhul is 488333.
What is the population of Richhul?
Richhul had a total population of 3,458, including 1,818 males and 1,640 females.
How many households are there in Richhul?
Richhul had 688 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richhul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhul was 64.03%. Male literacy was 73.91% and female literacy was 53.15%.