Piparhiya - Baikunthpur, Korea
Piparhiya is a village situated in the Baikunthpur tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from Baikunthpur and around 19 km from Baikunthpur. Chilka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparhiya is 431416. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.77 hectares and falls under the 497335 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Piparhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Piparhiya village had a total population of 425 people, including 229 males and 196 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.10%, with male literacy at 70.81% and female literacy at 44.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 308.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 229 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 168 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 131 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 98 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Piparhiya
Piparhiya 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 Piparhiya
Piparhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Piparhiya is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparhiya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piparhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparhiya
Where is Piparhiya located?
Piparhiya village is located in Baikunthpur Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piparhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparhiya is Chilka.
What is the pincode of Piparhiya?
The pincode of Piparhiya is 497335.
What is the population of Piparhiya?
Piparhiya had a total population of 425, including 229 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Piparhiya?
Piparhiya had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparhiya was 59.10%. Male literacy was 70.81% and female literacy was 44.67%.