Jarhi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Jarhi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bijapuri No.2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarhi is 502089. The village covers a total geographical area of 584.8 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Burhar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jarhi 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 Jarhi
According to the 2011 Census, Jarhi village had a total population of 423 people, including 219 males and 204 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.70%, with male literacy at 70.88% and female literacy at 41.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 350.
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 | 423 | 219 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 178 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 129 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 90 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Jarhi
Jarhi 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 Jarhi
Jarhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burhar to Jarhi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Jarhi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarhi 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 Jarhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarhi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jarhi
Where is Jarhi located?
Jarhi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarhi is Bijapuri No.2.
What is the pincode of Jarhi?
The pincode of Jarhi is 484881.
What is the population of Jarhi?
Jarhi had a total population of 423, including 219 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Jarhi?
Jarhi had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarhi was 56.70%. Male literacy was 70.88% and female literacy was 41.42%.