Piprani - Kukshi, Dhar
Piprani is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Tarsinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprani is 475335. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.54 hectares and falls under the 454221 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Piprani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprani
According to the 2011 Census, Piprani village had a total population of 1,813 people, including 908 males and 905 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.94%, with male literacy at 23.81% and female literacy at 12.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,808.
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 | 1,813 | 908 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 257 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,808 | 904 | 904 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 155 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,578 | 753 | 825 |
Nearby Villages of Piprani
Piprani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarsinga | East | 1.09 km |
| Kakadkuwa | West | 1.73 km |
| Guradiya | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Gadarawad | South | 2.59 km |
| Narwali | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Pipaldlya | West | 2.98 km |
| Dhodhardi | North | 3.14 km |
| Hansalbad | West | 3.58 km |
| Jhai | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Jhadamli | South-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprani
The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Piprani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Piprani is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Piprani
Where is Piprani located?
Piprani village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprani?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprani is Tarsinga.
What is the pincode of Piprani?
The pincode of Piprani is 454221.
What is the population of Piprani?
Piprani had a total population of 1,813, including 908 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Piprani?
Piprani had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprani was 17.94%. Male literacy was 23.81% and female literacy was 12.14%.