Richhai - Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri
Richhai is a village situated in the Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaniyadhana and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Richai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richhai is 456384. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.03 hectares and falls under the 473990 pincode. Khaniyadhana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Richhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Richhai
As per Census 2011, Richhai village has a total population of 1,360 people, consisting of 744 males and 616 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Richhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,360 | 744 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 121 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 135 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 374 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 370 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Richhai
Richhai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadanwara | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Kafar | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Nohra | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Baharra | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Kundauli | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Bukarra | West | 4.23 km |
| Mamroni | South | 4.37 km |
| Pota | South | 4.69 km |
| Jhatari | West | 5.30 km |
| Mudiya | West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richhai
Richhai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talbahat, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.9 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khaniyadhana to Richhai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Richhai is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Richhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richhai 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 Richhai
Where is Richhai located?
Richhai village is located in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Richhai is Richai.
What is the pincode of Richhai?
The pincode of Richhai is 473990.
What is the population of Richhai?
Richhai has a total population of 1,360, including 744 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Richhai?
There are 332 households in Richhai.
What is the literacy rate in Richhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richhai is 43.82%. Male literacy is 50.27% and female literacy is 36.04%.