Kumhani - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kumhani is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kumhani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumhani is 502050. The village covers a total geographical area of 1182.84 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kumhani 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 Kumhani
According to the 2011 Census, Kumhani village had a total population of 643 people, including 332 males and 311 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.49%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 54.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 578.
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 | 643 | 332 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 578 | 291 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 221 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 111 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Kumhani
Kumhani 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 Kumhani
Kumhani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kumhani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Kumhani is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumhani 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 Kumhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumhani 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 Kumhani
Where is Kumhani located?
Kumhani village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumhani?
Kumhani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kumhani?
The pincode of Kumhani is 484881.
What is the population of Kumhani?
Kumhani had a total population of 643, including 332 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Kumhani?
Kumhani had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumhani was 68.49%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 54.83%.