Piparni - Sardarpur, Dhar
Piparni is a village situated in the Sardarpur tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Poparni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparni is 474694. The village covers a total geographical area of 1182.56 hectares and falls under the 454116 pincode. Sardarpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piparni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piparni
As per Census 2011, Piparni village has a total population of 2,056 people, consisting of 1,047 males and 1,009 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,077 literate and 979 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,056 | 1,047 | 1,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 170 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,139 | 574 | 565 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 651 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 396 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Piparni
Piparni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalpura | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Amodiya | North | 4.02 km |
| Kanjrota | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Dhulet | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Bimrod | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Chhadawad | West | 4.80 km |
| Keriya | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Songarh | North | 6.07 km |
| Umariya Kalan | West | 6.41 km |
| Narsingh Deola | North-East | 6.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparni
Piparni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Meghnagar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sardarpur to Piparni is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Piparni is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparni 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 Piparni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparni 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 Piparni
Where is Piparni located?
Piparni village is located in Sardarpur Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparni?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparni is Poparni.
What is the pincode of Piparni?
The pincode of Piparni is 454116.
What is the population of Piparni?
Piparni has a total population of 2,056, including 1,047 males and 1,009 females.
How many households are there in Piparni?
There are 498 households in Piparni.
What is the literacy rate in Piparni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparni is 52.38%. Male literacy is 62.18% and female literacy is 42.22%.