Lidhora Kalan - Piprai, Ashoknagar
Lidhora Kalan is a village situated in the Piprai tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Chanderi and around 20 km from Ashoknagar. Aket serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lidhora Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lidhora Kalan is 500306. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.47 hectares and falls under the 473440 pincode. Ashoknagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lidhora 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 Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lidhora Kalan
As per Census 2011, Lidhora Kalan village has a total population of 875 people, consisting of 461 males and 414 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lidhora Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 875 | 461 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 337 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 124 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Lidhora Kalan
Lidhora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aket | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Baksanpur | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Bhatoli | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Garethi | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Manihari Muhal | North | 2.81 km |
| Khairpur (mardan Khedi) | West | 3.38 km |
| Khiriya Sehrai | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Mohari Tarai | North | 3.87 km |
| Luhari Pachhar | North | 4.23 km |
| Mahidpur | East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lidhora Kalan
Lidhora Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ashoknagar to Lidhora Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lidhora Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lidhora Kalan 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 Lidhora 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 Lidhora Kalan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lidhora Kalan
Where is Lidhora Kalan located?
Lidhora Kalan village is located in Piprai Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lidhora Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lidhora Kalan is Aket.
What is the pincode of Lidhora Kalan?
The pincode of Lidhora Kalan is 473440.
What is the population of Lidhora Kalan?
Lidhora Kalan has a total population of 875, including 461 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Lidhora Kalan?
There are 178 households in Lidhora Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Lidhora Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lidhora Kalan is 60.46%. Male literacy is 73.10% and female literacy is 46.38%.