Rigudi
Rigudi is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.8km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 24.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bowridih is the gram panchayat of Rigudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Rigudi unique in its vibrant Para-Puruliya region. You’ll see Rigudi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rigudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rigudi is 330108. The village spans a total geographical area of 153.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723155. Purulia is nearest town to Rigudi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Rigudi
Population of Rigudi
According to the 2011 Census, Rigudi has a total population of about 2,156, with approximately 1,109 males and 1,047 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 344 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 464 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.07%, with male literacy at about 73.67% and female literacy near 41.55%. There are around 391 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rigudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,156 | 1,109 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 178 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 234 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,252 | 817 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 292 | 612 |
Connectivity of Rigudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rigudi. As per the 2011 stats, Rigudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rigudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Rigudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rigudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rigudi
- Where is Rigudi located?
- Rigudi village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rigudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rigudi is Bowridih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rigudi?
- The pincode of Rigudi is 723155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rigudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rigudi is 2,156, with 1,109 males and 1,047 females.
- How many households are there in Rigudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rigudi village has a total of 391 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rigudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rigudi is 58.07%. The male literacy rate is 73.67%, while the female literacy rate is 41.55%.