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
As per Census 2011, Girari Khurd village has a total population of 855 people, consisting of 438 males and 417 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 643 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 717 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girari Khurd are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 855, including 438 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Girari Khurd?
There are 190 households in Girari Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Girari Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girari Khurd is 75.20%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 71.22%.