Richchha - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Richchha is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gumchaeya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Richchha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Richchha is 056059. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.63 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Richchha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Richchha
As per Census 2011, Richchha village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 133 males and 125 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Richchha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 133 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 103 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Richchha
Richchha 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 Richchha
Public transport in the Richchha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gadarpur to Richchha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Richchha is about 19 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 Richchha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Richchha 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 Richchha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Richchha 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 Richchha
Where is Richchha located?
Richchha village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Richchha?
The Gram Panchayat of Richchha is Gumchaeya.
What is the pincode of Richchha?
The pincode of Richchha is 263152.
What is the population of Richchha?
Richchha has a total population of 258, including 133 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Richchha?
There are 60 households in Richchha.
What is the literacy rate in Richchha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Richchha is 73.26%. Male literacy is 77.44% and female literacy is 68.80%.