Piparoa - Mehgaon, Bhind
Piparoa is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Sirsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparoa is 453177. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.02 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Piparoa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piparoa
According to the 2011 Census, Piparoa village had a total population of 680 people, including 370 males and 310 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.75%, with male literacy at 81.99% and female literacy at 54.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 680 | 370 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 255 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 115 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Piparoa
Piparoa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piproli | South | 1.97 km |
| Sirsi | West | 2.52 km |
| Gaheli | North | 2.94 km |
| Parghana | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Amayan | East | 3.24 km |
| Lalpura | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Dangchhekuri | West | 4.38 km |
| Niwari | West | 4.47 km |
| Kiti | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Kanathar | North-West | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparoa
Piparoa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Itehar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 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 Mehgaon to Piparoa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Piparoa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparoa 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 Piparoa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparoa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparoa
Where is Piparoa located?
Piparoa village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piparoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparoa is Sirsi.
What is the pincode of Piparoa?
The pincode of Piparoa is 477557.
What is the population of Piparoa?
Piparoa had a total population of 680, including 370 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Piparoa?
Piparoa had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparoa was 69.75%. Male literacy was 81.99% and female literacy was 54.58%.