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
As per Census 2011, Piparjhari village has a total population of 1,511 people, consisting of 744 males and 767 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,108 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparjhari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,511, including 744 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Piparjhari?
There are 341 households in Piparjhari.
What is the literacy rate in Piparjhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparjhari is 73.33%. Male literacy is 79.84% and female literacy is 67.01%.