Roha - Mohadi, Bhandara
Roha is a village situated in the Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohadi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Roha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roha is 536837. The village covers a total geographical area of 1216.3 hectares and falls under the 441909 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Roha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tumsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roha
As per Census 2011, Roha village has a total population of 2,492 people, consisting of 1,266 males and 1,226 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,753 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,492 | 1,266 | 1,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 112 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,753 | 992 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 274 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Roha
Roha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatkuroda | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Sukali | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Betala | South | 3.08 km |
| Mandhal | North | 3.26 km |
| Mundhari Buj | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Dhorwada | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Kushari | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Eklara (ritthi) | West | 3.97 km |
| Kanhalgaon (khadki) | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Mundhari Kh | East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roha
Public transport in the Roha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Praganel, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 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 Bhandara to Roha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Roha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Roha
Where is Roha located?
Roha village is located in Mohadi Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roha?
Roha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Roha?
The pincode of Roha is 441909.
What is the population of Roha?
Roha has a total population of 2,492, including 1,266 males and 1,226 females.
How many households are there in Roha?
There are 531 households in Roha.
What is the literacy rate in Roha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roha is 70.35%. Male literacy is 78.36% and female literacy is 62.07%.