Achalpur - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Achalpur is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Achalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Achalpur is 502248. The village covers a total geographical area of 1214.12 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Achalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Achalpur
As per Census 2011, Achalpur village has a total population of 1,601 people, consisting of 811 males and 790 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 868 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,254 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Achalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,601 | 811 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 122 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 128 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,254 | 637 | 617 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 511 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 300 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Achalpur
Achalpur 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 Achalpur
Achalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Achalpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Achalpur is about 35 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 Achalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Achalpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Achalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Achalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Achalpur
Where is Achalpur located?
Achalpur village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Achalpur?
Achalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Achalpur?
The pincode of Achalpur is 484881.
What is the population of Achalpur?
Achalpur has a total population of 1,601, including 811 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Achalpur?
There are 351 households in Achalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Achalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Achalpur is 54.22%. Male literacy is 63.01% and female literacy is 45.19%.