Padri Khar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Padri Khar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Padrikhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padri Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padri Khar is 502153. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.1 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Padri 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 Padri Khar
According to the 2011 Census, Padri Khar village had a total population of 436 people, including 224 males and 212 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.42%, with male literacy at 60.67% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 419.
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 | 436 | 224 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 214 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 108 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 116 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Padri Khar
Padri 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 Padri Khar
Padri Khar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Padri Khar is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padri Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padri Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padri 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 Padri Khar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padri Khar
Where is Padri Khar located?
Padri Khar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padri Khar?
The Gram Panchayat of Padri Khar is Padrikhar.
What is the pincode of Padri Khar?
The pincode of Padri Khar is 484881.
What is the population of Padri Khar?
Padri Khar had a total population of 436, including 224 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Padri Khar?
Padri Khar had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padri Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padri Khar was 50.42%. Male literacy was 60.67% and female literacy was 40.00%.