Bharni - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bharni is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Tali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharni is 502274. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.74 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Bharni 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 Bharni
According to the 2011 Census, Bharni village had a total population of 608 people, including 313 males and 295 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.27%, with male literacy at 68.16% and female literacy at 62.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 552.
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 | 608 | 313 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 552 | 286 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 182 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 131 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Bharni
Bharni 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 Bharni
Bharni 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Bharni is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharni 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 Bharni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharni 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 Bharni
Where is Bharni located?
Bharni village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharni?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharni is Tali.
What is the pincode of Bharni?
The pincode of Bharni is 484887.
What is the population of Bharni?
Bharni had a total population of 608, including 313 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Bharni?
Bharni had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharni was 65.27%. Male literacy was 68.16% and female literacy was 62.26%.