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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Ruikhel village has a total population of 2,242 people, consisting of 1,178 males and 1,064 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,636 literate and 606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruikhel are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Ruikhel?
Ruikhel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ruikhel?
The pincode of Ruikhel is 414401.
What is the population of Ruikhel?
Ruikhel has a total population of 2,242, including 1,178 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Ruikhel?
There are 441 households in Ruikhel.
What is the literacy rate in Ruikhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruikhel is 72.97%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 65.60%.