Alhawar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Alhawar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Alwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alhawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alhawar is 502096. The village covers a total geographical area of 913.18 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Alhawar 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 Alhawar
As per Census 2011, Alhawar village has a total population of 1,065 people, consisting of 537 males and 528 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 619 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alhawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,065 | 537 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 180 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 619 | 298 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 318 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 219 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Alhawar
Alhawar 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 Alhawar
Alhawar 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 >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 Anuppur to Alhawar is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alhawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alhawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Alhawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alhawar 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 Alhawar
Where is Alhawar located?
Alhawar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alhawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Alhawar is Alwar.
What is the pincode of Alhawar?
The pincode of Alhawar is 484881.
What is the population of Alhawar?
Alhawar has a total population of 1,065, including 537 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Alhawar?
There are 242 households in Alhawar.
What is the literacy rate in Alhawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alhawar is 48.45%. Male literacy is 59.22% and female literacy is 37.50%.