Mediya Ras - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Mediya Ras is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Farahda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mediya Ras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mediya Ras is 502081. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.48 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Mediya Ras 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 Mediya Ras
According to the 2011 Census, Mediya Ras village had a total population of 499 people, including 250 males and 249 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.15%, with male literacy at 89.90% and female literacy at 72.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 499 | 250 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 187 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 63 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Mediya Ras
Mediya Ras 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 Mediya Ras
Mediya Ras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mediya Ras is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mediya Ras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mediya Ras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mediya Ras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mediya Ras 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 Mediya Ras
Where is Mediya Ras located?
Mediya Ras village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mediya Ras?
The Gram Panchayat of Mediya Ras is Farahda.
What is the pincode of Mediya Ras?
The pincode of Mediya Ras is 484881.
What is the population of Mediya Ras?
Mediya Ras had a total population of 499, including 250 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Mediya Ras?
Mediya Ras had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mediya Ras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mediya Ras was 81.15%. Male literacy was 89.90% and female literacy was 72.51%.