Ahirgawan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Ahirgawan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Ahirganwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahirgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahirgawan is 502053. The village covers a total geographical area of 887.9 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ahirgawan 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 Ahirgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Ahirgawan village had a total population of 686 people, including 353 males and 333 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.62%, with male literacy at 57.48% and female literacy at 45.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 628.
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 | 686 | 353 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 628 | 327 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 173 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 180 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Ahirgawan
Ahirgawan 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 Ahirgawan
Public transport in the Ahirgawan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahdol to Ahirgawan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Ahirgawan is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahirgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahirgawan 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 Ahirgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahirgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ahirgawan
Where is Ahirgawan located?
Ahirgawan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahirgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahirgawan is Ahirganwa.
What is the pincode of Ahirgawan?
The pincode of Ahirgawan is 484881.
What is the population of Ahirgawan?
Ahirgawan had a total population of 686, including 353 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Ahirgawan?
Ahirgawan had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahirgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahirgawan was 51.62%. Male literacy was 57.48% and female literacy was 45.42%.