Piparha - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Piparha 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 46 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Chilhiyamar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparha is 502113. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.71 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Piparha 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 Piparha
According to the 2011 Census, Piparha village had a total population of 359 people, including 186 males and 173 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.49%, with male literacy at 54.67% and female literacy at 44.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 359 | 186 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 186 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 104 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Piparha
Piparha 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 Piparha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Piparha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Anuppur to Piparha is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piparha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparha
Where is Piparha located?
Piparha village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparha?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparha is Chilhiyamar.
What is the pincode of Piparha?
The pincode of Piparha is 484881.
What is the population of Piparha?
Piparha had a total population of 359, including 186 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Piparha?
Piparha had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparha was 49.49%. Male literacy was 54.67% and female literacy was 44.06%.