Piparjhari - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Piparjhari is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Piparjhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparjhari is 497818. The village covers a total geographical area of 620.02 hectares and falls under the 481226 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Piparjhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparjhari
According to the 2011 Census, Piparjhari village had a total population of 1,511 people, including 744 males and 767 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.26%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 75.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 1,511 | 744 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 594 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 150 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Piparjhari
Piparjhari 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 Piparjhari
Piparjhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Piparjhari has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Balaghat to Piparjhari is about 18 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 Piparjhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparjhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piparjhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparjhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piparjhari
Where is Piparjhari located?
Piparjhari village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piparjhari?
Piparjhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparjhari?
The pincode of Piparjhari is 481226.
What is the population of Piparjhari?
Piparjhari had a total population of 1,511, including 744 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Piparjhari?
Piparjhari had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparjhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparjhari was 82.26%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 75.48%.