Bhalwar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bhalwar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Charkumar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalwar is 502083. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.86 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Bhalwar 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 Bhalwar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalwar village had a total population of 485 people, including 241 males and 244 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.76%, with male literacy at 64.21% and female literacy at 51.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 459.
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 | 485 | 241 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 459 | 229 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 122 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 119 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalwar
Bhalwar 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 Bhalwar
Bhalwar 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 <5 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 Anuppur to Bhalwar is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalwar 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 Bhalwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalwar 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 Bhalwar
Where is Bhalwar located?
Bhalwar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalwar is Charkumar.
What is the pincode of Bhalwar?
The pincode of Bhalwar is 484881.
What is the population of Bhalwar?
Bhalwar had a total population of 485, including 241 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Bhalwar?
Bhalwar had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalwar was 57.76%. Male literacy was 64.21% and female literacy was 51.72%.