Ridhapur - Morshi, Amravati
Ridhapur is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Ridhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ridhapur is 532350. The village covers a total geographical area of 823.06 hectares and falls under the 444905 pincode. Chandurbazar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Ridhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ridhapur
As per Census 2011, Ridhapur village has a total population of 7,244 people, consisting of 3,757 males and 3,487 females. The village has 1,612 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 804 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,782 literate and 1,462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ridhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,244 | 3,757 | 3,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 804 | 432 | 372 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,569 | 817 | 752 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 5,782 | 3,091 | 2,691 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,462 | 666 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Ridhapur
Ridhapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurnagar | North | 1.50 km |
| Khanjirpur | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 1.65 km |
| Sahadapur | South | 1.65 km |
| Yashwantpur | East | 1.72 km |
| Trimalpur | East | 1.94 km |
| Silimpur | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Mirajapur | West | 2.94 km |
| Bramhanwada | East | 3.01 km |
| Najarpur Khu. | West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ridhapur
Ridhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolvihir, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandurbazar to Ridhapur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Ridhapur 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 Ridhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ridhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ridhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ridhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ridhapur
Where is Ridhapur located?
Ridhapur village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ridhapur?
Ridhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ridhapur?
The pincode of Ridhapur is 444905.
What is the population of Ridhapur?
Ridhapur has a total population of 7,244, including 3,757 males and 3,487 females.
How many households are there in Ridhapur?
There are 1,612 households in Ridhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ridhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ridhapur is 79.82%. Male literacy is 82.27% and female literacy is 77.17%.