Ruikot - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Ruikot is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Bhendala serves as the Village Panchayat for Ruikot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruikot is 543880. The village covers a total geographical area of 856.12 hectares and falls under the 445304 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ruikot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruikot
According to the 2011 Census, Ruikot village had a total population of 196 people, including 101 males and 95 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.21%, with male literacy at 84.95% and female literacy at 72.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 79 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Ruikot
Ruikot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukutban | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Bhendala | West | 3.04 km |
| Khadaki | East | 3.32 km |
| Pimparadwadi | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Kosara | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Govindpur | South | 4.93 km |
| Ardhawan | West | 4.93 km |
| Hirapur | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Pandharkawada | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Pimparad | South | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ruikot
Public transport in the Ruikot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lingti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Wani to Ruikot is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Ruikot is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruikot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruikot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ruikot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruikot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ruikot
Where is Ruikot located?
Ruikot village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ruikot?
The Village Panchayat of Ruikot is Bhendala.
What is the pincode of Ruikot?
The pincode of Ruikot is 445304.
What is the population of Ruikot?
Ruikot had a total population of 196, including 101 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Ruikot?
Ruikot had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruikot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruikot was 79.21%. Male literacy was 84.95% and female literacy was 72.94%.