Pharhada - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Pharhada is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Farahda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pharhada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharhada is 502076. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.79 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Pharhada 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 Pharhada
According to the 2011 Census, Pharhada village had a total population of 717 people, including 369 males and 348 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.92%, with male literacy at 83.44% and female literacy at 61.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 277.
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 | 717 | 369 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 262 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 107 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Pharhada
Pharhada 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 Pharhada
Pharhada 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 | 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 Dindori to Pharhada is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Pharhada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pharhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharhada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pharhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharhada 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 Pharhada
Where is Pharhada located?
Pharhada village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pharhada?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharhada is Farahda.
What is the pincode of Pharhada?
The pincode of Pharhada is 484881.
What is the population of Pharhada?
Pharhada had a total population of 717, including 369 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Pharhada?
Pharhada had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharhada was 72.92%. Male literacy was 83.44% and female literacy was 61.87%.