Pipar Khunta - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Pipar Khunta is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Piparkhuta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipar Khunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipar Khunta is 502168. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.06 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pipar Khunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipar Khunta
As per Census 2011, Pipar Khunta village has a total population of 1,191 people, consisting of 618 males and 573 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 977 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipar Khunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 618 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 132 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 977 | 498 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 278 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 340 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Pipar Khunta
Pipar Khunta 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 Pipar Khunta
Pipar Khunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Anuppur to Pipar Khunta is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipar Khunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipar Khunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipar Khunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipar Khunta 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pipar Khunta
Where is Pipar Khunta located?
Pipar Khunta village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipar Khunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipar Khunta is Piparkhuta.
What is the pincode of Pipar Khunta?
The pincode of Pipar Khunta is 484881.
What is the population of Pipar Khunta?
Pipar Khunta has a total population of 1,191, including 618 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Pipar Khunta?
There are 263 households in Pipar Khunta.
What is the literacy rate in Pipar Khunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipar Khunta is 36.52%. Male literacy is 44.98% and female literacy is 27.40%.