Pipalkota - Kannod, Dewas
Pipalkota is a village situated in the Kannod tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kannod and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Pipalkota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalkota is 473782. The village covers a total geographical area of 876 hectares and falls under the 455332 pincode. Kannod is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pipalkota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khategaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalkota
As per Census 2011, Pipalkota village has a total population of 3,496 people, consisting of 1,830 males and 1,666 females. The village has 719 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,957 literate and 1,539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 724 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalkota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,496 | 1,830 | 1,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 277 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 238 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 724 | 364 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 1,957 | 1,225 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,539 | 605 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalkota
Pipalkota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bardi | West | 1.71 km |
| Payali | East | 2.10 km |
| Rantha | South | 3.07 km |
| Kherkheda | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Dhayli | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Gardijhabriya | West | 4.00 km |
| Chichli | West | 4.37 km |
| Malsagoda | East | 4.39 km |
| Umariya | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Masuriya | South-West | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pipalkota
Pipalkota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masangaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kannod to Pipalkota is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Pipalkota is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalkota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pipalkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalkota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pipalkota
Where is Pipalkota located?
Pipalkota village is located in Kannod Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalkota?
Pipalkota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipalkota?
The pincode of Pipalkota is 455332.
What is the population of Pipalkota?
Pipalkota has a total population of 3,496, including 1,830 males and 1,666 females.
How many households are there in Pipalkota?
There are 719 households in Pipalkota.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalkota is 55.98%. Male literacy is 66.94% and female literacy is 43.94%.