Kirgi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kirgi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kirgi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirgi is 502228. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.68 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kirgi 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 Kirgi
As per Census 2011, Kirgi village has a total population of 3,409 people, consisting of 1,727 males and 1,682 females. The village has 804 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,639 literate and 770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,409 | 1,727 | 1,682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 227 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 123 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,247 | 592 | 655 |
| Literate Population | 2,639 | 1,393 | 1,246 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 334 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Kirgi
Kirgi 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 Kirgi
Kirgi 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 Anuppur to Kirgi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kirgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kirgi
Where is Kirgi located?
Kirgi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirgi?
Kirgi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kirgi?
The pincode of Kirgi is 484881.
What is the population of Kirgi?
Kirgi has a total population of 3,409, including 1,727 males and 1,682 females.
How many households are there in Kirgi?
There are 804 households in Kirgi.
What is the literacy rate in Kirgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirgi is 77.41%. Male literacy is 80.66% and female literacy is 74.08%.