Piparpan - Ramchandrapur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Piparpan is a village situated in the Ramchandrapur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 62 km from Ramanujganj and around 171 km from Ambikapur. Piparpan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparpan is 431873. The village covers a total geographical area of 811.57 hectares and falls under the 497220 pincode. Ramanujganj is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Piparpan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piparpan
As per Census 2011, Piparpan village has a total population of 1,992 people, consisting of 1,014 males and 978 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 890 literate and 1,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,449 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparpan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,992 | 1,014 | 978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 186 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,449 | 717 | 732 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 539 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 475 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Piparpan
Piparpan 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 Piparpan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Piparpan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ramanujganj to Piparpan is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Piparpan is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparpan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparpan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piparpan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparpan 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 Piparpan
Where is Piparpan located?
Piparpan village is located in Ramchandrapur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparpan?
Piparpan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparpan?
The pincode of Piparpan is 497220.
What is the population of Piparpan?
Piparpan has a total population of 1,992, including 1,014 males and 978 females.
How many households are there in Piparpan?
There are 428 households in Piparpan.
What is the literacy rate in Piparpan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparpan is 44.68%. Male literacy is 53.16% and female literacy is 35.89%.