Piprau - Chinour, Gwalior
Piprau is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Pipro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprau is 454335. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.18 hectares and falls under the 475110 pincode. Dabra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Piprau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprau
As per Census 2011, Piprau village has a total population of 822 people, consisting of 439 males and 383 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 439 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 295 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 144 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Piprau
Piprau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairwaya | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Samaya | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Mohammedpur | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Fatehpur | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Rampura | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Bhengana | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Khedi Dabariya | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Puri | North | 3.37 km |
| Akbai (antri) | South | 3.41 km |
| Khedi Parasar | East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprau
Piprau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Antri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 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 Dabra to Piprau is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Piprau is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Piprau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprau 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 Piprau
Where is Piprau located?
Piprau village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprau?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprau is Pipro.
What is the pincode of Piprau?
The pincode of Piprau is 475110.
What is the population of Piprau?
Piprau has a total population of 822, including 439 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Piprau?
There are 151 households in Piprau.
What is the literacy rate in Piprau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprau is 57.30%. Male literacy is 67.20% and female literacy is 45.95%.