Kharsol - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kharsol 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. Kharsol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharsol is 502026. The village covers a total geographical area of 905.12 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kharsol 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 Kharsol
According to the 2011 Census, Kharsol village had a total population of 853 people, including 426 males and 427 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.86%, with male literacy at 55.30% and female literacy at 36.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 823.
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 | 853 | 426 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 77 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 823 | 410 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 193 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 233 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Kharsol
Kharsol 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 Kharsol
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kharsol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Kharsol is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Kharsol 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 Kharsol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharsol 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 Kharsol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharsol 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharsol
Where is Kharsol located?
Kharsol village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharsol?
Kharsol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharsol?
The pincode of Kharsol is 484881.
What is the population of Kharsol?
Kharsol had a total population of 853, including 426 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Kharsol?
Kharsol had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharsol was 45.86%. Male literacy was 55.30% and female literacy was 36.18%.