Piparkheda - Sendhwa, Barwani
Piparkheda is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Jamnya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkheda is 478606. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.49 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Piparkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparkheda
As per Census 2011, Piparkheda village has a total population of 1,037 people, consisting of 521 males and 516 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,035 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,037 | 521 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 141 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,035 | 520 | 515 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 163 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 358 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkheda
Piparkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khapar Kheda | North | 2.20 km |
| Teeri | East | 3.29 km |
| Seetapuri | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Jamanya | West | 3.68 km |
| Achhalwadi | East | 4.66 km |
| Laphangaon | North-West | 5.45 km |
| Deonali | North | 5.81 km |
| Jogwada | North-East | 5.90 km |
| Chichgarh | East | 5.97 km |
| Rehgun | North-East | 6.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparkheda
Piparkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padse, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Piparkheda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Piparkheda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piparkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparkheda 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparkheda
Where is Piparkheda located?
Piparkheda village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkheda is Jamnya.
What is the pincode of Piparkheda?
The pincode of Piparkheda is 451666.
What is the population of Piparkheda?
Piparkheda has a total population of 1,037, including 521 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Piparkheda?
There are 163 households in Piparkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkheda is 28.74%. Male literacy is 31.29% and female literacy is 26.16%.