Rijodi - Badarwas, Shivpuri
Rijodi is a village situated in the Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badarwas and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Rijodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rijodi is 455938. The village covers a total geographical area of 489.03 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rijodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolaras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rijodi
As per Census 2011, Rijodi village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 482 males and 404 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 838 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rijodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 482 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 250 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 327 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 155 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Rijodi
Rijodi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daulatpur | East | 2.55 km |
| Khai Kheda | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Ghurwar Khurd | South | 3.13 km |
| Ghurwar Kalan | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Sadbodh | North | 4.20 km |
| Kundai | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Peetampur | North-East | 5.19 km |
| Sumela | West | 5.40 km |
| Barod | East | 5.98 km |
| Enwara | North | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rijodi
Public transport in the Rijodi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badarwas, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarwas to Rijodi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Rijodi is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rijodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rijodi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rijodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rijodi 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 Rijodi
Where is Rijodi located?
Rijodi village is located in Badarwas Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rijodi?
Rijodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rijodi?
The pincode of Rijodi is 473885.
What is the population of Rijodi?
Rijodi has a total population of 886, including 482 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Rijodi?
There are 139 households in Rijodi.
What is the literacy rate in Rijodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rijodi is 51.47%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 31.93%.