Ruikhel - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Ruikhel is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from Shrigonda and around 40 km from Ahmadnagar. Ruikhel village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruikhel is 558446. The village covers a total geographical area of 2547.44 hectares and falls under the 414401 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ruikhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruikhel
According to the 2011 Census, Ruikhel village had a total population of 2,242 people, including 1,178 males and 1,064 females, living in 441 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 89.67% and female literacy at 72.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 2,242 | 1,178 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 132 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 938 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 240 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Ruikhel
Ruikhel 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 Ruikhel
Ruikhel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Ruikhel is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Ruikhel is about 40 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 Ruikhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruikhel 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 Ruikhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruikhel 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 Ruikhel
Where is Ruikhel located?
Ruikhel village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ruikhel?
Ruikhel is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ruikhel?
The pincode of Ruikhel is 414401.
What is the population of Ruikhel?
Ruikhel had a total population of 2,242, including 1,178 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Ruikhel?
Ruikhel had 441 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruikhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruikhel was 81.47%. Male literacy was 89.67% and female literacy was 72.56%.