Pipalkhuta - Amlipadar, Gariyaband
Pipalkhuta is a village situated in the Amlipadar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 80 km from Mainpur and around 243 km from Raipur. Dhanora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalkhuta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalkhuta is 445446. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.95 hectares and falls under the 493890 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 138 km away.
Pipalkhuta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalkhuta
As per Census 2011, Pipalkhuta village has a total population of 779 people, consisting of 374 males and 405 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 305 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 511 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalkhuta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 779 | 374 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 511 | 250 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 189 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 185 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalkhuta
Pipalkhuta 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 Pipalkhuta
Pipalkhuta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Gariyaband to Pipalkhuta is about 138 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Pipalkhuta is about 243 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalkhuta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalkhuta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalkhuta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalkhuta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pipalkhuta
Where is Pipalkhuta located?
Pipalkhuta village is located in Amlipadar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalkhuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalkhuta is Dhanora.
What is the pincode of Pipalkhuta?
The pincode of Pipalkhuta is 493890.
What is the population of Pipalkhuta?
Pipalkhuta has a total population of 779, including 374 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Pipalkhuta?
There are 215 households in Pipalkhuta.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalkhuta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalkhuta is 39.15%. Male literacy is 50.53% and female literacy is 28.64%.