Newsa - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Newsa is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Purga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Newsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newsa is 502200. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.93 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Newsa 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 Newsa
As per Census 2011, Newsa village has a total population of 643 people, consisting of 333 males and 310 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 344 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 575 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Newsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 333 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 575 | 299 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 218 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 115 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Newsa
Newsa 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 Newsa
Newsa 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 5-10 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 Newsa is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Newsa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newsa 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 Newsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newsa 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 Newsa
Where is Newsa located?
Newsa village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Newsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Newsa is Purga.
What is the pincode of Newsa?
The pincode of Newsa is 484881.
What is the population of Newsa?
Newsa has a total population of 643, including 333 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Newsa?
There are 149 households in Newsa.
What is the literacy rate in Newsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newsa is 53.50%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 40.65%.