Jarha - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Jarha 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. Jaraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarha is 502065. The village covers a total geographical area of 855.59 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jarha 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 Jarha
According to the 2011 Census, Jarha village had a total population of 1,192 people, including 640 males and 552 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.38%, with male literacy at 79.75% and female literacy at 52.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,119.
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 | 1,192 | 640 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 87 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,119 | 602 | 517 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 441 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 199 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Jarha
Jarha 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 Jarha
Jarha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dindori to Jarha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Jarha 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 Jarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarha 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 Jarha
Where is Jarha located?
Jarha village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarha is Jaraha.
What is the pincode of Jarha?
The pincode of Jarha is 484881.
What is the population of Jarha?
Jarha had a total population of 1,192, including 640 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Jarha?
Jarha had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarha was 67.38%. Male literacy was 79.75% and female literacy was 52.95%.