Sanchara - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Sanchara 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. Guhipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanchara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanchara is 502192. The village covers a total geographical area of 681.25 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Sanchara 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 Sanchara
According to the 2011 Census, Sanchara village had a total population of 770 people, including 380 males and 390 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.89%, with male literacy at 70.39% and female literacy at 47.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 724.
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 | 770 | 380 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 724 | 358 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 233 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 147 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Sanchara
Sanchara 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 Sanchara
Sanchara 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 | 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 Anuppur to Sanchara is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanchara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanchara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanchara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanchara 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 Sanchara
Where is Sanchara located?
Sanchara village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanchara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanchara is Guhipara.
What is the pincode of Sanchara?
The pincode of Sanchara is 484881.
What is the population of Sanchara?
Sanchara had a total population of 770, including 380 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Sanchara?
Sanchara had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanchara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanchara was 58.89%. Male literacy was 70.39% and female literacy was 47.45%.