Piparkhunti - Lalpur Thana, Mungeli
Piparkhunti is a village situated in the Lalpur Thana tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Lormi and around 50 km from Bilaspur. Piparkhuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkhunti is 437824. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.53 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparkhunti
According to the 2011 Census, Piparkhunti village had a total population of 786 people, including 384 males and 402 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.05%, with male literacy at 70.43% and female literacy at 42.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 786 | 384 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 83 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 212 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 172 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkhunti
Piparkhunti 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 Piparkhunti
Piparkhunti 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lormi to Piparkhunti is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Piparkhunti is about 50 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 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piparkhunti
Where is Piparkhunti located?
Piparkhunti village is located in Lalpur Thana Tehsil, Mungeli 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 495115.
What is the population of Piparkhunti?
Piparkhunti had a total population of 786, including 384 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Piparkhunti?
Piparkhunti had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkhunti was 56.05%. Male literacy was 70.43% and female literacy was 42.12%.