Salharo - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Salharo is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Salharo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salharo is 502256. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.8 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Salharo 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 Salharo
As per Census 2011, Salharo village has a total population of 889 people, consisting of 442 males and 447 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 498 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 711 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salharo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 | 442 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 711 | 361 | 350 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 307 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 135 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Salharo
Salharo 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 Salharo
Salharo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Amarkantak to Salharo is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Salharo is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salharo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salharo 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 Salharo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salharo 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 Salharo
Where is Salharo located?
Salharo village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salharo?
Salharo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salharo?
The pincode of Salharo is 484887.
What is the population of Salharo?
Salharo has a total population of 889, including 442 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Salharo?
There are 185 households in Salharo.
What is the literacy rate in Salharo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salharo is 56.02%. Male literacy is 69.46% and female literacy is 42.73%.