Ridi - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Ridi is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Ridi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ridi is 069907. The village covers a total geographical area of 8253.56 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ridi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dungargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ridi
According to the 2011 Census, Ridi village had a total population of 10,869 people, including 5,737 males and 5,132 females, living in 1,445 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.68%, with male literacy at 71.58% and female literacy at 40.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,943, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 10,869 | 5,737 | 5,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,182 | 1,163 | 1,019 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,943 | 1,045 | 898 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,924 | 3,274 | 1,650 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,945 | 2,463 | 3,482 |
Nearby Villages of Ridi
Ridi 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 Ridi
Ridi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ridi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sridungargarh to Ridi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Ridi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ridi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ridi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ridi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ridi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ridi
Where is Ridi located?
Ridi village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ridi?
Ridi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ridi?
The pincode of Ridi is 331803.
What is the population of Ridi?
Ridi had a total population of 10,869, including 5,737 males and 5,132 females.
How many households are there in Ridi?
Ridi had 1,445 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ridi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ridi was 56.68%. Male literacy was 71.58% and female literacy was 40.12%.