Piplya Kamin - Dharampuri, Dhar
Piplya Kamin is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Piplya Kamin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplya Kamin is 475865. The village covers a total geographical area of 757.7 hectares and falls under the 454449 pincode. Dharampuri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Piplya Kamin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplya Kamin
As per Census 2011, Piplya Kamin village has a total population of 1,417 people, consisting of 703 males and 714 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 669 literate and 748 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,266 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplya Kamin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,417 | 703 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,266 | 625 | 641 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 398 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 305 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Piplya Kamin
Piplya Kamin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piplya Khut | South | 1.13 km |
| Ibrahimpura | North | 1.19 km |
| Dongri Dasauda | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Balipur Bujurg | East | 2.97 km |
| Rupatta | East | 3.12 km |
| Pagara | South | 3.13 km |
| Aharwas | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Fatyapur | South | 3.37 km |
| Jamanya | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Dabhad | West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplya Kamin
Piplya Kamin is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 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 Dharampuri to Piplya Kamin is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Piplya Kamin is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplya Kamin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplya Kamin 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piplya Kamin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplya Kamin 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplya Kamin
Where is Piplya Kamin located?
Piplya Kamin village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplya Kamin?
Piplya Kamin is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piplya Kamin?
The pincode of Piplya Kamin is 454449.
What is the population of Piplya Kamin?
Piplya Kamin has a total population of 1,417, including 703 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Piplya Kamin?
There are 283 households in Piplya Kamin.
What is the literacy rate in Piplya Kamin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplya Kamin is 47.21%. Male literacy is 56.61% and female literacy is 37.96%.