Uphari Khurd - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Uphari Khurd is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Merhakhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uphari Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uphari Khurd is 502091. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.1 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Uphari Khurd 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 Uphari Khurd
As per Census 2011, Uphari Khurd village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 285 males and 290 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 575 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uphari Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 285 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 575 | 285 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 126 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 159 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Uphari Khurd
Uphari Khurd 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 Uphari Khurd
Uphari Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Anuppur to Uphari Khurd is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Uphari Khurd is about 30 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 Uphari Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uphari Khurd 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 Uphari Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uphari Khurd 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 Uphari Khurd
Where is Uphari Khurd located?
Uphari Khurd village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uphari Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Uphari Khurd is Merhakhar.
What is the pincode of Uphari Khurd?
The pincode of Uphari Khurd is 484881.
What is the population of Uphari Khurd?
Uphari Khurd has a total population of 575, including 285 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Uphari Khurd?
There are 135 households in Uphari Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Uphari Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uphari Khurd is 37.57%. Male literacy is 44.21% and female literacy is 31.03%.