Pipalgaon Kalan - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Pipalgaon Kalan is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Pipalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalgaon Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalgaon Kalan is 497955. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.96 hectares and falls under the 481115 pincode. Gondia is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Pipalgaon 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 Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalgaon Kalan
As per Census 2011, Pipalgaon Kalan village has a total population of 703 people, consisting of 351 males and 352 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalgaon Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 351 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 243 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 108 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalgaon Kalan
Pipalgaon Kalan 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 Pipalgaon Kalan
Pipalgaon Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Pipalgaon Kalan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondia to Pipalgaon Kalan is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Pipalgaon Kalan is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalgaon Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalgaon Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pipalgaon 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 Pipalgaon Kalan 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 Pipalgaon Kalan
Where is Pipalgaon Kalan located?
Pipalgaon Kalan village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalgaon Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalgaon Kalan is Pipalgaon.
What is the pincode of Pipalgaon Kalan?
The pincode of Pipalgaon Kalan is 481115.
What is the population of Pipalgaon Kalan?
Pipalgaon Kalan has a total population of 703, including 351 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Pipalgaon Kalan?
There are 158 households in Pipalgaon Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalgaon Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalgaon Kalan is 64.15%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 59.09%.