Piparkheda - Thikri, Barwani
Piparkheda is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Rupkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkheda is 478227. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.79 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 48 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 Rajpur 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 1,006 people, consisting of 491 males and 515 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,006 | 491 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 102 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 548 | 259 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 247 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 244 | 352 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupkheda | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Khurampura | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Segwal | North | 2.74 km |
| Anantpura | North | 3.33 km |
| Julwaniya | South | 3.37 km |
| Jhiranya | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Sirsala | West | 3.46 km |
| Mandranya | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Rahadkot | East | 3.78 km |
| Thikri | North-East | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparkheda
Public transport in the Piparkheda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Piparkheda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Piparkheda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piparkheda
Where is Piparkheda located?
Piparkheda village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkheda is Rupkheda.
What is the pincode of Piparkheda?
The pincode of Piparkheda is 451660.
What is the population of Piparkheda?
Piparkheda has a total population of 1,006, including 491 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Piparkheda?
There are 164 households in Piparkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkheda is 40.76%. Male literacy is 50.31% and female literacy is 31.65%.