Khursi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Khursi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Boda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khursi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khursi is 502214. The village covers a total geographical area of 585.31 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Khursi 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 Khursi
According to the 2011 Census, Khursi village had a total population of 455 people, including 232 males and 223 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.37%, with male literacy at 71.28% and female literacy at 42.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 412.
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 | 455 | 232 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 412 | 212 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 139 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 93 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Khursi
Khursi 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 Khursi
Khursi 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 | 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 Anuppur to Khursi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khursi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khursi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khursi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khursi 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 Khursi
Where is Khursi located?
Khursi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khursi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khursi is Boda.
What is the pincode of Khursi?
The pincode of Khursi is 484881.
What is the population of Khursi?
Khursi had a total population of 455, including 232 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Khursi?
Khursi had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khursi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khursi was 57.37%. Male literacy was 71.28% and female literacy was 42.13%.