Piparkhunti - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Piparkhunti is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Gaurella and around 113 km from Bilaspur. Piparkhuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkhunti is 437483. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.93 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piparkhunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparkhunti
As per Census 2011, Piparkhunti village has a total population of 1,395 people, consisting of 710 males and 685 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,014 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparkhunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,395 | 710 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,014 | 512 | 502 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 305 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 405 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkhunti
Piparkhunti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masna | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Turwari | South | 1.41 km |
| Piparkhunta | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Patharikapa | South | 1.73 km |
| Tharakpur | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Masni | East | 2.38 km |
| Paijaniya | North | 2.78 km |
| Mohtara Kurmi | South | 2.79 km |
| Raweli | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Dewarhat | South-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparkhunti
Piparkhunti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Piparkhunti is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Piparkhunti is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparkhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparkhunti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piparkhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparkhunti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparkhunti
Where is Piparkhunti located?
Piparkhunti village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkhunti is Piparkhuti.
What is the pincode of Piparkhunti?
The pincode of Piparkhunti is 495117.
What is the population of Piparkhunti?
Piparkhunti has a total population of 1,395, including 710 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Piparkhunti?
There are 411 households in Piparkhunti.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkhunti is 36.27%. Male literacy is 42.96% and female literacy is 29.34%.