Piprauakalan - Bhander, Datia
Piprauakalan is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Piparaua Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprauakalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprauakalan is 454975. The village covers a total geographical area of 1241 hectares and falls under the 475335 pincode. Bhander is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Piprauakalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprauakalan
According to the 2011 Census, Piprauakalan village had a total population of 1,989 people, including 1,083 males and 906 females, living in 440 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.41%, with male literacy at 94.71% and female literacy at 85.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 823, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,989 | 1,083 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 119 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 823 | 446 | 377 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,612 | 913 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 170 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Piprauakalan
Piprauakalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nichroli | West | 2.21 km |
| Kumariya Raj | East | 2.73 km |
| Kusauli | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Devra | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Khiriya Sahab | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Kudila | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Sikaua | West | 3.68 km |
| Bijanpura | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Bedhari | North | 4.38 km |
| Kulariya | East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprauakalan
Piprauakalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chirgaon, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhander to Piprauakalan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Piprauakalan is about 43 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 Piprauakalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprauakalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piprauakalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprauakalan 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 Piprauakalan
Where is Piprauakalan located?
Piprauakalan village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprauakalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprauakalan is Piparaua Kala.
What is the pincode of Piprauakalan?
The pincode of Piprauakalan is 475335.
What is the population of Piprauakalan?
Piprauakalan had a total population of 1,989, including 1,083 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Piprauakalan?
Piprauakalan had 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprauakalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprauakalan was 90.41%. Male literacy was 94.71% and female literacy was 85.35%.