Piparkhar - Marri Bangla(Deori), Balod
Piparkhar is a village situated in the Marri Bangla(Deori) tehsil of Balod district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Dondiluhara and around 48 km from Durg. Piperkhar (n) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkhar is 442953. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.46 hectares and falls under the 491227 pincode. Dondiluhara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Piparkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunderdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparkhar
As per Census 2011, Piparkhar village has a total population of 746 people, consisting of 350 males and 396 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparkhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 746 | 350 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 198 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 295 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 55 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkhar
Piparkhar 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 Piparkhar
Piparkhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dondiluhara to Piparkhar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Piparkhar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Piparkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparkhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Piparkhar
Where is Piparkhar located?
Piparkhar village is located in Marri Bangla(Deori) Tehsil, Balod district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkhar is Piperkhar (n).
What is the pincode of Piparkhar?
The pincode of Piparkhar is 491227.
What is the population of Piparkhar?
Piparkhar has a total population of 746, including 350 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Piparkhar?
There are 158 households in Piparkhar.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkhar is 72.65%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 62.37%.