Pipalgaon Khurd - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Pipalgaon Khurd is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Pipalgaon Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalgaon Khurd is 497963. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.19 hectares and falls under the 481115 pincode. Gondia is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pipalgaon Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalgaon Khurd village had a total population of 689 people, including 336 males and 353 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.90%, with male literacy at 61.72% and female literacy at 42.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 689 | 336 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 46 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 179 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 157 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalgaon Khurd
Pipalgaon Khurd 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 Khurd
Pipalgaon Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Pipalgaon Khurd has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khurd is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Pipalgaon Khurd is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalgaon Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalgaon Khurd 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 Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Pipalgaon Khurd located?
Pipalgaon Khurd village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipalgaon Khurd?
Pipalgaon Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipalgaon Khurd?
The pincode of Pipalgaon Khurd is 481115.
What is the population of Pipalgaon Khurd?
Pipalgaon Khurd had a total population of 689, including 336 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Pipalgaon Khurd?
Pipalgaon Khurd had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalgaon Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalgaon Khurd was 51.90%. Male literacy was 61.72% and female literacy was 42.07%.