Girari Khurd - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Girari Khurd is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Girari Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girari Khurd is 502136. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.3 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Girari Khurd 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 Girari Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Girari Khurd village had a total population of 855 people, including 438 males and 417 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.81%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 85.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 717.
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 | 855 | 438 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 60 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 717 | 366 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 346 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 92 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Girari Khurd
Girari Khurd 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 Girari Khurd
Girari Khurd 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Girari Khurd is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Girari Khurd is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girari Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girari Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girari Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girari Khurd 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 Girari Khurd
Where is Girari Khurd located?
Girari Khurd village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girari Khurd?
Girari Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girari Khurd?
The pincode of Girari Khurd is 484881.
What is the population of Girari Khurd?
Girari Khurd had a total population of 855, including 438 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Girari Khurd?
Girari Khurd had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girari Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girari Khurd was 88.81%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 85.84%.