Pipalkhedi Kalan - Kumbhraj, Guna
Pipalkhedi Kalan is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Jharada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalkhedi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalkhedi Kalan is 499599. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pipalkhedi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalkhedi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Pipalkhedi Kalan village has a total population of 759 people, consisting of 380 males and 379 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalkhedi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 380 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 232 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 148 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalkhedi Kalan
Pipalkhedi Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanai | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Jala | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Neemkhera | North | 4.29 km |
| Gopalgarh | South | 4.95 km |
| Pipaliya Singanpur | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Bhumla Khedi | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Bhogipura | West | 6.13 km |
| Bamla | East | 6.28 km |
| Jhareda | East | 6.38 km |
| Singanpur | South-East | 6.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pipalkhedi Kalan
Public transport in the Pipalkhedi Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhulon, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kumbhraj to Pipalkhedi Kalan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Pipalkhedi Kalan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalkhedi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalkhedi Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalkhedi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalkhedi Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalkhedi Kalan
Where is Pipalkhedi Kalan located?
Pipalkhedi Kalan village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalkhedi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalkhedi Kalan is Jharada.
What is the pincode of Pipalkhedi Kalan?
The pincode of Pipalkhedi Kalan is 473222.
What is the population of Pipalkhedi Kalan?
Pipalkhedi Kalan has a total population of 759, including 380 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Pipalkhedi Kalan?
There are 160 households in Pipalkhedi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalkhedi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalkhedi Kalan is 44.40%. Male literacy is 61.05% and female literacy is 27.70%.