Ridhora - Sengaon, Hingoli
Ridhora is a village situated in the Sengaon tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sengaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Ridhora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ridhora is 545817. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 431513 pincode. Hingoli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ridhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ridhora
As per Census 2011, Ridhora village has a total population of 1,354 people, consisting of 705 males and 649 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 936 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ridhora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,354 | 705 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 104 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 544 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 161 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Ridhora
Ridhora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talni Pra Narsi | West | 1.62 km |
| Jamrun Bk | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Pardi | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Pusegaon | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Sengaon | West | 4.14 km |
| Barada (sengaon) | West | 4.22 km |
| Karegaon | North | 4.30 km |
| Khudaj | South | 4.37 km |
| Sarkali | East | 4.68 km |
| Bramhapuri | East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ridhora
Ridhora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nawalgohan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.8 km.
| 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 Hingoli to Ridhora is about 20 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 Ridhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ridhora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ridhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ridhora 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ridhora
Where is Ridhora located?
Ridhora village is located in Sengaon Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ridhora?
Ridhora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ridhora?
The pincode of Ridhora is 431513.
What is the population of Ridhora?
Ridhora has a total population of 1,354, including 705 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Ridhora?
There are 276 households in Ridhora.
What is the literacy rate in Ridhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ridhora is 69.13%. Male literacy is 77.16% and female literacy is 60.40%.