Sarpha - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Sarpha is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Sarfa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarpha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarpha is 502032. The village covers a total geographical area of 835.18 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sarpha 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 Sarpha
As per Census 2011, Sarpha village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 322 males and 323 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 632 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarpha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 322 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 316 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 136 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 186 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Sarpha
Sarpha 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 Sarpha
Sarpha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sarpha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Sarpha is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarpha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarpha 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 Sarpha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarpha 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 Sarpha
Where is Sarpha located?
Sarpha village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarpha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarpha is Sarfa.
What is the pincode of Sarpha?
The pincode of Sarpha is 484881.
What is the population of Sarpha?
Sarpha has a total population of 645, including 322 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Sarpha?
There are 138 households in Sarpha.
What is the literacy rate in Sarpha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarpha is 36.12%. Male literacy is 42.24% and female literacy is 30.03%.