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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarpha village had a total population of 645 people, including 322 males and 323 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.47%, with male literacy at 51.32% and female literacy at 37.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 632.
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 | 645 | 322 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 645, including 322 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Sarpha?
Sarpha had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarpha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarpha was 44.47%. Male literacy was 51.32% and female literacy was 37.45%.