Medha Khar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Medha Khar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Merhakhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medha Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medha Khar is 502092. The village covers a total geographical area of 796.73 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Medha Khar 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 Medha Khar
According to the 2011 Census, Medha Khar village had a total population of 1,006 people, including 498 males and 508 females, living in 244 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.87%, with male literacy at 74.26% and female literacy at 51.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 636.
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 | 1,006 | 498 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 636 | 314 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 300 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 198 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Medha Khar
Medha Khar 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 Medha Khar
Medha Khar 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 | 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 Medha Khar is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medha Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medha Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Medha Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medha Khar 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 Medha Khar
Where is Medha Khar located?
Medha Khar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medha Khar?
The Gram Panchayat of Medha Khar is Merhakhar.
What is the pincode of Medha Khar?
The pincode of Medha Khar is 484881.
What is the population of Medha Khar?
Medha Khar had a total population of 1,006, including 498 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Medha Khar?
Medha Khar had 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medha Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medha Khar was 62.87%. Male literacy was 74.26% and female literacy was 51.70%.