Richhoda - Budni, Sehore
Richhoda is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Chikli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhoda is 483507. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.48 hectares and falls under the 466445 pincode. Budni is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Richhoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Richhoda
As per Census 2011, Richhoda village has a total population of 517 people, consisting of 258 males and 259 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Richhoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 258 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 203 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 55 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Richhoda
Richhoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karitalai | West | 1.34 km |
| Bans Gehan | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Chikli | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Khidiya Kurmi | North | 2.46 km |
| Gadar | West | 2.69 km |
| Mangrol | East | 3.13 km |
| Sagpur | South | 3.27 km |
| Chandla Kalan | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Siya Gahan | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Gonda Kheda | South-West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richhoda
Richhoda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Guramkhedi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Budni to Richhoda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Richhoda is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Richhoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhoda 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 Richhoda
Where is Richhoda located?
Richhoda village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richhoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhoda is Chikli.
What is the pincode of Richhoda?
The pincode of Richhoda is 466445.
What is the population of Richhoda?
Richhoda has a total population of 517, including 258 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Richhoda?
There are 96 households in Richhoda.
What is the literacy rate in Richhoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhoda is 72.92%. Male literacy is 78.68% and female literacy is 67.18%.