Richa - Faridpur, Bareilly
Richa is a village situated in the Faridpur tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Faridpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Richa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richa is 130845. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.06 hectares and falls under the 243201 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Richa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Richa
According to the 2011 Census, Richa village had a total population of 2,047 people, including 1,067 males and 980 females, living in 340 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.84%, with male literacy at 79.28% and female literacy at 57.21%.
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 | 2,047 | 1,067 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 155 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 723 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 344 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Richa
Richa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharmi Dhar Nagla | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Ganesh Khera | North | 1.53 km |
| Umedpur Bhuta | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Udaipur Ganesh Khera | West | 1.85 km |
| Padoli | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Ismailpur | South | 2.23 km |
| Kotha Makkhan | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Rajpuri Nawada | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Amlaunipur | West | 2.69 km |
| Bhagnapur | North-West | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Richa
Richa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rasuriya, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bareilly to Richa is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Richa is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Richa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richa 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 Richa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Richa
Where is Richa located?
Richa village is located in Faridpur Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Richa?
Richa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Richa?
The pincode of Richa is 243201.
What is the population of Richa?
Richa had a total population of 2,047, including 1,067 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Richa?
Richa had 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Richa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richa was 68.84%. Male literacy was 79.28% and female literacy was 57.21%.