Payari - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Payari is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Tarang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Payari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payari is 502057. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.08 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Payari 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 Payari
According to the 2011 Census, Payari village had a total population of 668 people, including 338 males and 330 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.92%, with male literacy at 86.57% and female literacy at 54.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 644.
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 | 668 | 338 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 644 | 325 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 245 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 93 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Payari
Payari 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 Payari
Payari 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Payari is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Payari is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payari 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 Payari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payari 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Payari
Where is Payari located?
Payari village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payari?
The Gram Panchayat of Payari is Tarang.
What is the pincode of Payari?
The pincode of Payari is 484881.
What is the population of Payari?
Payari had a total population of 668, including 338 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Payari?
Payari had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Payari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payari was 70.92%. Male literacy was 86.57% and female literacy was 54.74%.