Piparkhar Khurd - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Piparkhar Khurd is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Karwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkhar Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkhar Khurd is 440604. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.25 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piparkhar Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparkhar Khurd
As per Census 2011, Piparkhar Khurd village has a total population of 309 people, consisting of 155 males and 154 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparkhar Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 96 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 59 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkhar Khurd
Piparkhar Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachhera Batha | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Sandidih | East | 1.86 km |
| Ledijob | South | 2.28 km |
| Bharritola | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Karwari | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Latmarra | East | 3.66 km |
| Lohjhari | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Lalbandha | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Chauthna | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Kalkasa | East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparkhar Khurd
Piparkhar Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dongargarh, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongargarh to Piparkhar Khurd is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Piparkhar Khurd is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparkhar Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparkhar Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piparkhar Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparkhar Khurd 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 Piparkhar Khurd
Where is Piparkhar Khurd located?
Piparkhar Khurd village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkhar Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkhar Khurd is Karwari.
What is the pincode of Piparkhar Khurd?
The pincode of Piparkhar Khurd is 491445.
What is the population of Piparkhar Khurd?
Piparkhar Khurd has a total population of 309, including 155 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Piparkhar Khurd?
There are 69 households in Piparkhar Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkhar Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkhar Khurd is 51.78%. Male literacy is 61.94% and female literacy is 41.56%.