Rihe - Mulshi, Pune
Rihe is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Rihe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rihe is 556094. The village covers a total geographical area of 1087.42 hectares and falls under the 412215 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Rihe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rihe
As per Census 2011, Rihe village has a total population of 2,124 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,002 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,418 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rihe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,124 | 1,122 | 1,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 157 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,418 | 830 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 292 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Rihe
Rihe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padalgharwadi | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Ghotavade | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Kusgaon P.m. | North | 3.22 km |
| Mugavade | South | 3.42 km |
| Jawal | West | 3.52 km |
| Chale | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Pimpaloli | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Pachane | North | 4.24 km |
| Kasarsai | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Dakhane | West | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rihe
Rihe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Akurdi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pune to Rihe is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Rihe is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rihe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rihe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rihe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rihe 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rihe
Where is Rihe located?
Rihe village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rihe?
Rihe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rihe?
The pincode of Rihe is 412215.
What is the population of Rihe?
Rihe has a total population of 2,124, including 1,122 males and 1,002 females.
How many households are there in Rihe?
There are 424 households in Rihe.
What is the literacy rate in Rihe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rihe is 66.76%. Male literacy is 73.98% and female literacy is 58.68%.