Ruighar - Jawhar, Palghar
Ruighar is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from Jawhar and around 158 km from Thane. Ruighar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruighar is 551845. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ruighar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruighar
According to the 2011 Census, Ruighar village had a total population of 793 people, including 405 males and 388 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.70%, with male literacy at 20.51% and female literacy at 8.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 793.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 793 | 405 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 93 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 793 | 405 | 388 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 64 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 341 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Ruighar
Ruighar 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 Ruighar
Ruighar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Jawhar to Ruighar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ruighar is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruighar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruighar 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 Ruighar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruighar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ruighar
Where is Ruighar located?
Ruighar village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ruighar?
Ruighar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ruighar?
The pincode of Ruighar is 401603.
What is the population of Ruighar?
Ruighar had a total population of 793, including 405 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Ruighar?
Ruighar had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruighar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruighar was 14.70%. Male literacy was 20.51% and female literacy was 8.92%.