Gijari - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Gijari 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. Gijri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gijari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gijari is 502030. The village falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gijari 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 Gijari
According to the 2011 Census, Gijari village had a total population of 721 people, including 360 males and 361 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 70.76% and female literacy at 42.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 679.
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 | 721 | 360 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 679 | 339 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 213 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 147 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Gijari
Gijari 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 Gijari
Gijari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Gijari is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Gijari 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 Gijari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gijari 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 Gijari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gijari 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gijari
Where is Gijari located?
Gijari village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gijari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gijari is Gijri.
What is the pincode of Gijari?
The pincode of Gijari is 484881.
What is the population of Gijari?
Gijari had a total population of 721, including 360 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Gijari?
Gijari had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gijari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gijari was 56.52%. Male literacy was 70.76% and female literacy was 42.09%.