Pospur - Pati, Barwani
Pospur is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Pospur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pospur is 478090. The village covers a total geographical area of 641 hectares and falls under the 451551 pincode. Barwani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pospur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pospur
As per Census 2011, Pospur village has a total population of 1,736 people, consisting of 868 males and 868 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 1,449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,674 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pospur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,736 | 868 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 190 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,674 | 833 | 841 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 150 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,449 | 718 | 731 |
Nearby Villages of Pospur
Pospur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Semli | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Ghunghasi | North | 2.32 km |
| Chipiya Khedi | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Khajpur | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Budi | South | 4.11 km |
| Bamnali | West | 4.39 km |
| Osada | East | 4.52 km |
| Megha | South-East | 6.04 km |
| Amlali | North | 6.16 km |
| Babultad | North | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pospur
Pospur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwani to Pospur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pospur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pospur 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 Pospur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pospur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pospur
Where is Pospur located?
Pospur village is located in Pati Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pospur?
Pospur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pospur?
The pincode of Pospur is 451551.
What is the population of Pospur?
Pospur has a total population of 1,736, including 868 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Pospur?
There are 305 households in Pospur.
What is the literacy rate in Pospur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pospur is 16.53%. Male literacy is 17.28% and female literacy is 15.78%.