Ridwahi - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Ridwahi is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Pannemara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ridwahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ridwahi is 538931. The village covers a total geographical area of 488 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Ridwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ridwahi
As per Census 2011, Ridwahi village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 118 males and 103 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ridwahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 118 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 88 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 30 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Ridwahi
Ridwahi 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 Ridwahi
Ridwahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Ridwahi is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Ridwahi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ridwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ridwahi 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 Ridwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ridwahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ridwahi
Where is Ridwahi located?
Ridwahi village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ridwahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ridwahi is Pannemara.
What is the pincode of Ridwahi?
The pincode of Ridwahi is 442606.
What is the population of Ridwahi?
Ridwahi has a total population of 221, including 118 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Ridwahi?
There are 41 households in Ridwahi.
What is the literacy rate in Ridwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ridwahi is 64.25%. Male literacy is 74.58% and female literacy is 52.43%.