Nagmala - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Nagmala is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Karanpathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagmala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagmala is 502086. The village covers a total geographical area of 1171.1 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Nagmala 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 Nagmala
According to the 2011 Census, Nagmala village had a total population of 866 people, including 452 males and 414 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.60%, with male literacy at 76.41% and female literacy at 49.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 791.
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 | 866 | 452 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 791 | 416 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 298 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 154 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Nagmala
Nagmala 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 Nagmala
Nagmala 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 Nagmala 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 Nagmala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagmala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nagmala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagmala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nagmala
Where is Nagmala located?
Nagmala village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagmala?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagmala is Karanpathar.
What is the pincode of Nagmala?
The pincode of Nagmala is 484881.
What is the population of Nagmala?
Nagmala had a total population of 866, including 452 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Nagmala?
Nagmala had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagmala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagmala was 63.60%. Male literacy was 76.41% and female literacy was 49.72%.