Khursa - Jaithari, Anuppur
Khursa is a village situated in the Jaithari tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaithari and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bhelma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khursa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khursa is 501995. The village covers a total geographical area of 786.83 hectares and falls under the 484330 pincode. Jaithari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khursa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khursa
According to the 2011 Census, Khursa village had a total population of 463 people, including 248 males and 215 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.39%, with male literacy at 59.61% and female literacy at 42.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 380.
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 | 463 | 248 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 45 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 203 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 121 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 127 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Khursa
Khursa 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 Khursa
Khursa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaithari to Khursa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Khursa is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khursa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khursa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khursa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khursa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khursa
Where is Khursa located?
Khursa village is located in Jaithari Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khursa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khursa is Bhelma.
What is the pincode of Khursa?
The pincode of Khursa is 484330.
What is the population of Khursa?
Khursa had a total population of 463, including 248 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Khursa?
Khursa had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khursa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khursa was 51.39%. Male literacy was 59.61% and female literacy was 42.71%.