Piprod - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Piprod is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Piprod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprod is 500276. The village covers a total geographical area of 1975.2 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Piprod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprod
As per Census 2011, Piprod village has a total population of 564 people, consisting of 271 males and 293 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 564 | 271 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 81 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 124 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 147 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Piprod
Piprod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barodiya Pachhar | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Bhandree | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Surel | West | 3.90 km |
| Maholi | North | 4.46 km |
| Laloi Tanka | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Gora Seharai | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Mohanpur Sehari | East | 5.11 km |
| Thobon | South | 5.91 km |
| Kurwasa | South-East | 6.13 km |
| Rampur Muhal | West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprod
Piprod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.9 km.
| 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 Chanderi to Piprod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Piprod is about 45 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 Piprod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprod 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piprod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprod 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 Piprod
Where is Piprod located?
Piprod village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprod?
Piprod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprod?
The pincode of Piprod is 473446.
What is the population of Piprod?
Piprod has a total population of 564, including 271 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Piprod?
There are 113 households in Piprod.
What is the literacy rate in Piprod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprod is 41.13%. Male literacy is 45.76% and female literacy is 36.86%.