Ruigaria - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Ruigaria is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from Manteswar. Manteswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruigaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruigaria is 319682. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.89 hectares and falls under the 713145 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ruigaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruigaria
As per Census 2011, Ruigaria village has a total population of 940 people, consisting of 506 males and 434 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 701 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruigaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 506 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 73 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 388 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 118 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Ruigaria
Ruigaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jayrampur | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Sahapur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Balijuri | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Kusumgram | South | 2.30 km |
| Monteswar | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Sinhali | West | 2.51 km |
| Kulut | East | 2.53 km |
| Mausa | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Daukadanga | North | 3.14 km |
| Balarampur | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ruigaria
Ruigaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 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 Katwa to Ruigaria is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruigaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruigaria 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 Ruigaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruigaria 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 Ruigaria
Where is Ruigaria located?
Ruigaria village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruigaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruigaria is Manteswar.
What is the pincode of Ruigaria?
The pincode of Ruigaria is 713145.
What is the population of Ruigaria?
Ruigaria has a total population of 940, including 506 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Ruigaria?
There are 183 households in Ruigaria.
What is the literacy rate in Ruigaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruigaria is 74.57%. Male literacy is 76.68% and female literacy is 72.12%.