Itar - Gurh, Rewa
Itar is a village situated in the Gurh tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurh and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Itar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itar is 467545. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.92 hectares and falls under the 486553 pincode. Gurh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Itar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Itar
According to the 2011 Census, Itar village had a total population of 1,138 people, including 575 males and 563 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.69%, with male literacy at 81.86% and female literacy at 63.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 1,138 | 575 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 125 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 388 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 187 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Itar
Itar 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 Itar
Itar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gurh to Itar is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Itar is about 36 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 Itar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Itar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Itar
Where is Itar located?
Itar village is located in Gurh Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Itar?
Itar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Itar?
The pincode of Itar is 486553.
What is the population of Itar?
Itar had a total population of 1,138, including 575 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Itar?
Itar had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itar was 72.69%. Male literacy was 81.86% and female literacy was 63.38%.