Rudha - Kelapur, Yavatmal
Rudha is a village situated in the Kelapur tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharkaoda and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Ruda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rudha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rudha is 543560. The village covers a total geographical area of 708.12 hectares and falls under the 445302 pincode. Adilabad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Rudha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rudha
As per Census 2011, Rudha village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 297 males and 287 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 377 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rudha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 297 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 187 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 199 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 98 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Rudha
Rudha 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 Rudha
Rudha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Adilabad to Rudha is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Rudha is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rudha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rudha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rudha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rudha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rudha
Where is Rudha located?
Rudha village is located in Kelapur Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rudha?
The Gram Panchayat of Rudha is Ruda.
What is the pincode of Rudha?
The pincode of Rudha is 445302.
What is the population of Rudha?
Rudha has a total population of 584, including 297 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Rudha?
There are 142 households in Rudha.
What is the literacy rate in Rudha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rudha is 60.27%. Male literacy is 67.00% and female literacy is 53.31%.