Ridhora - Ralegaon, Yavatmal
Ridhora is a village situated in the Ralegaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralegaon and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Ridhora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ridhora is 543683. The village covers a total geographical area of 613.61 hectares and falls under the 445402 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 44 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 Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ridhora
As per Census 2011, Ridhora village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 682 males and 638 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,001 literate and 319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ridhora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 682 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 116 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 547 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 135 | 184 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladaki | North | 2.30 km |
| Khairgaon(j) | South | 2.33 km |
| Umared | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Pimpalapur | East | 2.52 km |
| Shindola | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Vedshi | West | 3.37 km |
| Ekurli | South | 3.65 km |
| Wadgaon | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Chahand | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Wadhona Bajar | North-West | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ridhora
Ridhora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nagari, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 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 Pandharkaoda to Ridhora is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Ridhora is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ridhora
Where is Ridhora located?
Ridhora village is located in Ralegaon Tehsil, Yavatmal 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 445402.
What is the population of Ridhora?
Ridhora has a total population of 1,320, including 682 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Ridhora?
There are 312 households in Ridhora.
What is the literacy rate in Ridhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ridhora is 75.83%. Male literacy is 80.21% and female literacy is 71.16%.