Richhi - Kurai, Seoni
Richhi is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sarrahirri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhi is 497234. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.29 hectares and falls under the 480667 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Richhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Richhi
According to the 2011 Census, Richhi village had a total population of 239 people, including 123 males and 116 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.68%, with male literacy at 62.04% and female literacy at 42.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 67 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 56 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Richhi
Richhi 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 Richhi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Richhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Seoni to Richhi is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Richhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Richhi
Where is Richhi located?
Richhi village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Richhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhi is Sarrahirri.
What is the pincode of Richhi?
The pincode of Richhi is 480667.
What is the population of Richhi?
Richhi had a total population of 239, including 123 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Richhi?
Richhi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhi was 52.68%. Male literacy was 62.04% and female literacy was 42.27%.