Rikhwani - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Rikhwani is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 72 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Malumarora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rikhwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rikhwani is 043047. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.76 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rikhwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rikhwani
As per Census 2011, Rikhwani village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 73 males and 73 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rikhwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 24 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Rikhwani
Rikhwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadoli Malli | South | 0.98 km |
| Pholanshi | North | 1.20 km |
| Malumarora Mayagaon | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Nandoli | West | 1.46 km |
| Khadoli Talli | South | 1.55 km |
| Chapoli | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Sirmoli | South | 2.03 km |
| Jagdhar | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Khon Bagi | West | 2.20 km |
| Kumrada | North-West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rikhwani
Public transport in the Rikhwani is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Rikhwani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Rikhwani is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rikhwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rikhwani 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 Rikhwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rikhwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rikhwani
Where is Rikhwani located?
Rikhwani village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikhwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Rikhwani is Malumarora.
What is the pincode of Rikhwani?
The pincode of Rikhwani is 249161.
What is the population of Rikhwani?
Rikhwani has a total population of 146, including 73 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Rikhwani?
There are 35 households in Rikhwani.
What is the literacy rate in Rikhwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rikhwani is 54.79%. Male literacy is 67.12% and female literacy is 42.47%.