Chhirpani - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Chhirpani 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 100 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kharsol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhirpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhirpani is 502025. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.45 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chhirpani 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 Chhirpani
According to the 2011 Census, Chhirpani village had a total population of 519 people, including 290 males and 229 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.07%, with male literacy at 78.13% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 464.
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 | 519 | 290 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 464 | 256 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 200 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 90 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Chhirpani
Chhirpani 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 Chhirpani
Chhirpani 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 >10 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 Shahdol to Chhirpani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Chhirpani is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhirpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhirpani 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 Chhirpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhirpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhirpani
Where is Chhirpani located?
Chhirpani village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhirpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhirpani is Kharsol.
What is the pincode of Chhirpani?
The pincode of Chhirpani is 484881.
What is the population of Chhirpani?
Chhirpani had a total population of 519, including 290 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Chhirpani?
Chhirpani had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhirpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhirpani was 63.07%. Male literacy was 78.13% and female literacy was 44.44%.