Ridhore - Madha, Solapur
Ridhore is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ridhore village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ridhore is 561913. The village covers a total geographical area of 989 hectares and falls under the 413250 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ridhore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ridhore
As per Census 2011, Ridhore village has a total population of 1,682 people, consisting of 876 males and 806 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ridhore are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,682 | 876 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 108 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 671 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 205 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Ridhore
Ridhore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Papnas | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Wanewadi | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Tandulwadi | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Nalgaon | North | 3.58 km |
| Shendri | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Bhoinje | East | 4.49 km |
| Mhaisgaon | West | 5.58 km |
| Rahulnagar | South | 5.60 km |
| Nimgaon (madha) | South | 5.90 km |
| Wadshinge | South-West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ridhore
Ridhore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shendri, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Ridhore is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ridhore is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ridhore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ridhore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ridhore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ridhore 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ridhore
Where is Ridhore located?
Ridhore village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ridhore?
Ridhore is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ridhore?
The pincode of Ridhore is 413250.
What is the population of Ridhore?
Ridhore has a total population of 1,682, including 876 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Ridhore?
There are 373 households in Ridhore.
What is the literacy rate in Ridhore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ridhore is 70.51%. Male literacy is 76.60% and female literacy is 63.90%.