Pagariya Chor - Ashta, Sehore
Pagariya Chor is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Pagariya Chor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pagariya Chor is 482867. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.12 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pagariya Chor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pagariya Chor
As per Census 2011, Pagariya Chor village has a total population of 1,687 people, consisting of 853 males and 834 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 820 illiterate residents. Additionally, 627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pagariya Chor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 853 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 119 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 316 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 557 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 296 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Pagariya Chor
Pagariya Chor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chancharsi | East | 1.89 km |
| Mirjapur | West | 2.02 km |
| Channotha | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 2.42 km |
| Bherupur | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Paroliyapar | South | 2.91 km |
| Malipura (ashta) | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Tajpura | East | 2.94 km |
| Rupeta | West | 3.39 km |
| Rajjakpura | East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pagariya Chor
Pagariya Chor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ashta to Pagariya Chor is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Pagariya Chor is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pagariya Chor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pagariya Chor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pagariya Chor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pagariya Chor 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 Pagariya Chor
Where is Pagariya Chor located?
Pagariya Chor village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pagariya Chor?
Pagariya Chor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pagariya Chor?
The pincode of Pagariya Chor is 466116.
What is the population of Pagariya Chor?
Pagariya Chor has a total population of 1,687, including 853 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Pagariya Chor?
There are 343 households in Pagariya Chor.
What is the literacy rate in Pagariya Chor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pagariya Chor is 51.39%. Male literacy is 65.30% and female literacy is 37.17%.