Rijha - Badoda, Sheopur
Rijha is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Babdichapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rijha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rijha is 451819. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rijha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rijha
According to the 2011 Census, Rijha village had a total population of 106 people, including 61 males and 45 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 738 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.32%, with male literacy at 63.27% and female literacy at 20.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 31 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 30 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Rijha
Rijha 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 Rijha
Public transport in the Rijha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badoda to Rijha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Rijha is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rijha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rijha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rijha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rijha 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rijha
Where is Rijha located?
Rijha village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rijha?
The Gram Panchayat of Rijha is Babdichapa.
What is the pincode of Rijha?
The pincode of Rijha is 476339.
What is the population of Rijha?
Rijha had a total population of 106, including 61 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Rijha?
Rijha had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rijha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rijha was 44.32%. Male literacy was 63.27% and female literacy was 20.51%.