Baranjh - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Baranjh is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Baranjh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baranjh is 502079. The village covers a total geographical area of 715.87 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Baranjh 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 Baranjh
As per Census 2011, Baranjh village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 447 males and 465 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 673 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baranjh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 447 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 673 | 333 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 247 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 200 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Baranjh
Baranjh 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 Baranjh
Baranjh 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 Dindori to Baranjh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Baranjh is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baranjh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baranjh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baranjh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baranjh 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 Baranjh
Where is Baranjh located?
Baranjh village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baranjh?
Baranjh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baranjh?
The pincode of Baranjh is 484881.
What is the population of Baranjh?
Baranjh has a total population of 912, including 447 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Baranjh?
There are 205 households in Baranjh.
What is the literacy rate in Baranjh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baranjh is 46.60%. Male literacy is 55.26% and female literacy is 38.28%.