Ruikhed
About Ruikhed
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ruikhed village is 529761. Ruikhed village is located in Akot tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Akot (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Ruikhed village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 298.82 hectares. Ruikhed has a total population of 2,478 peoples, out of which male population is 1,305 while female population is 1,173. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 898 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ruikhed village is 78.69% out of which 82.61% males and 74.34% females are literate. There are about 571 houses in ruikhed village.
When it comes to administration, Ruikhed village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ruikhed village comes under Akot Vidhan Sabha constituency & Akola Lok Sabha constituency. Akot is nearest town to ruikhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Ruikhed
The population details of Ruikhed cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,478 | 1,305 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 247 | 128 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 541 | 285 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 302 | 160 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 1,950 | 1,078 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 227 | 301 |
Connectivity of Ruikhed
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ruikhed
Where is Ruikhed located?
Ruikhed village is situated in Akot Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruikhed?
Ruikhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Ruikhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ruikhed is 2,478, with 1,305 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Ruikhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ruikhed village has a total of 571 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruikhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ruikhed is 78.69%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 74.34%.