Pipaldhar - Niwali, Barwani
Pipaldhar is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Pipaldhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipaldhar is 478544. The village covers a total geographical area of 967.36 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Pipaldhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipaldhar
As per Census 2011, Pipaldhar village has a total population of 2,548 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,006 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 652 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,529 literate and 1,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 982 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipaldhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,548 | 1,542 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 240 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 982 | 508 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 1,529 | 1,062 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 480 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Pipaldhar
Pipaldhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Merkhedi | North | 2.82 km |
| Sakad | West | 3.34 km |
| Segawi | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Kukdiya | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Gawadi | South | 3.95 km |
| Bhoorapani | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Chatli | West | 5.27 km |
| Nawalpura | East | 5.63 km |
| Borli | North-West | 5.80 km |
| Kakariya | South-East | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pipaldhar
Pipaldhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Pipaldhar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Pipaldhar 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 Pipaldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipaldhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipaldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipaldhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pipaldhar
Where is Pipaldhar located?
Pipaldhar village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipaldhar?
Pipaldhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipaldhar?
The pincode of Pipaldhar is 451666.
What is the population of Pipaldhar?
Pipaldhar has a total population of 2,548, including 1,542 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Pipaldhar?
There are 350 households in Pipaldhar.
What is the literacy rate in Pipaldhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipaldhar is 60.01%. Male literacy is 68.87% and female literacy is 46.42%.