Archha - Patan, Jabalpur
Archha is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Archha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Archha is 489494. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.91 hectares and falls under the 482002 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Archha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Archha
As per Census 2011, Archha village has a total population of 1,549 people, consisting of 814 males and 735 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,066 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Archha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 814 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 90 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 213 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 632 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 182 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Archha
Archha 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 Archha
Archha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Archha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Archha is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Archha is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Archha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Archha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Archha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Archha 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 Archha
Where is Archha located?
Archha village is located in Patan Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Archha?
Archha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Archha?
The pincode of Archha is 482002.
What is the population of Archha?
Archha has a total population of 1,549, including 814 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Archha?
There are 359 households in Archha.
What is the literacy rate in Archha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Archha is 68.82%. Male literacy is 77.64% and female literacy is 59.05%.