Piprana - Dhulcot, Burhanpur
Piprana is a village situated in the Dhulcot tehsil of Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Nepanagar and around 33 km from Burhanpur. Dhulkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprana is 506391. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.36 hectares and falls under the 450331 pincode. Burhanpur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Piprana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nepanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprana
As per Census 2011, Piprana village has a total population of 1,822 people, consisting of 896 males and 926 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 1,504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,486 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 896 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 230 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 158 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,486 | 722 | 764 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 229 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,504 | 667 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Piprana
Piprana 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 Piprana
Piprana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Burhanpur to Piprana is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piprana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprana
Where is Piprana located?
Piprana village is located in Dhulcot Tehsil, Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprana?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprana is Dhulkot.
What is the pincode of Piprana?
The pincode of Piprana is 450331.
What is the population of Piprana?
Piprana has a total population of 1,822, including 896 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Piprana?
There are 285 households in Piprana.
What is the literacy rate in Piprana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprana is 17.45%. Male literacy is 25.56% and female literacy is 9.61%.