Piparkhar Kalan - Lal Bahadur Nagar, Rajnandgaon
Piparkhar Kalan is a village situated in the Lal Bahadur Nagar tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Dongargarh and around 46 km from Rajnandgaon. Piparkharkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkhar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkhar Kalan is 440625. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.8 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Piparkhar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparkhar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Piparkhar Kalan village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 339 males and 352 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparkhar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 339 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 97 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 254 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 85 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkhar Kalan
Piparkhar Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khursipar Kalan | East | 1.56 km |
| Bhursatola | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Chhindijob | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Khampura | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Banspahad | South | 2.49 km |
| Vicharpur | North | 4.02 km |
| Bortalab | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Pitepani | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Pithar | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Bundhan Chhapar | West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparkhar Kalan
Piparkhar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bortalao, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 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 Dongargarh to Piparkhar Kalan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Piparkhar Kalan is about 46 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 Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparkhar Kalan 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 Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Piparkhar Kalan
Where is Piparkhar Kalan located?
Piparkhar Kalan village is located in Lal Bahadur Nagar Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkhar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkhar Kalan is Piparkharkala.
What is the pincode of Piparkhar Kalan?
The pincode of Piparkhar Kalan is 491445.
What is the population of Piparkhar Kalan?
Piparkhar Kalan has a total population of 691, including 339 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Piparkhar Kalan?
There are 155 households in Piparkhar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkhar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkhar Kalan is 63.97%. Male literacy is 74.93% and female literacy is 53.41%.