Itaur - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Itaur is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Intour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itaur is 502072. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256.67 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Itaur 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 Itaur
As per Census 2011, Itaur village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 691 males and 708 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Itaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 691 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,182 | 585 | 597 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 360 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 331 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Itaur
Itaur 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 Itaur
Itaur 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 >10 km |
| 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 Dindori to Itaur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Itaur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itaur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Itaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itaur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Itaur
Where is Itaur located?
Itaur village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Itaur is Intour.
What is the pincode of Itaur?
The pincode of Itaur is 484881.
What is the population of Itaur?
Itaur has a total population of 1,399, including 691 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Itaur?
There are 360 households in Itaur.
What is the literacy rate in Itaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itaur is 44.96%. Male literacy is 52.10% and female literacy is 37.99%.