Dharhar Kalan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Dharhar Kalan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Dharharkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharhar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharhar Kalan is 502252. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.49 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Dharhar Kalan 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 Dharhar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Dharhar Kalan village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 636 males and 617 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 654 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharhar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 636 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 97 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 654 | 334 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 370 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 266 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Dharhar Kalan
Dharhar Kalan 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 Dharhar Kalan
Public transport in the Dharhar Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Amarkantak to Dharhar Kalan is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Dharhar Kalan is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharhar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharhar Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharhar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharhar Kalan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharhar Kalan
Where is Dharhar Kalan located?
Dharhar Kalan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharhar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharhar Kalan is Dharharkala.
What is the pincode of Dharhar Kalan?
The pincode of Dharhar Kalan is 484881.
What is the population of Dharhar Kalan?
Dharhar Kalan has a total population of 1,253, including 636 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Dharhar Kalan?
There are 303 households in Dharhar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Dharhar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharhar Kalan is 49.96%. Male literacy is 58.18% and female literacy is 41.49%.