Piprai - Piprai, Ashoknagar
Piprai is a village situated in the Piprai tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Mungaoli and around 25 km from Ashoknagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprai is 500619. The village covers a total geographical area of 1523 hectares and falls under the 473440 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Piprai is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Piprai
As per Census 2011, Piprai village has a total population of 9,037 people, consisting of 4,734 males and 4,303 females. The village has 1,664 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,593 literate and 3,444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,856 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,037 | 4,734 | 4,303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,373 | 712 | 661 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,856 | 969 | 887 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 143 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 5,593 | 3,336 | 2,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,444 | 1,398 | 2,046 |
Nearby Villages of Piprai
Piprai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tatarpur | South | 2.08 km |
| Men Kheda | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Pandau | East | 3.01 km |
| Chirwas | South | 3.57 km |
| Peudhana | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Derasa | North | 3.89 km |
| Shuklapuri | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Daulat Khedi | West | 3.89 km |
| Barola | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Barkheda Piprai | East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprai
The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungaoli to Piprai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Piprai is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Piprai
Where is Piprai located?
Piprai village is located in Piprai Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Piprai?
The pincode of Piprai is 473440.
What is the population of Piprai?
Piprai has a total population of 9,037, including 4,734 males and 4,303 females.
How many households are there in Piprai?
There are 1,664 households in Piprai.
What is the literacy rate in Piprai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprai is 61.89%. Male literacy is 70.47% and female literacy is 52.45%.