Piplya - Khirkiya, Harda
Piplya is a village situated in the Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. Pipliya Bharat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplya is 486599. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.23 hectares and falls under the 461441 pincode. Khirkiya is the nearest town.
Piplya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplya
According to the 2011 Census, Piplya village had a total population of 825 people, including 422 males and 403 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.24%, with male literacy at 90.42% and female literacy at 72.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 825 | 422 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 67 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 321 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 101 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Piplya
Piplya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahatya Khedi | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Kankakach | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Mohal Kalan | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Pahat Kalan | South | 2.99 km |
| Igaria | North | 3.05 km |
| Dholgaon Khurd | East | 3.06 km |
| Timacha | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Tarapur | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Dholgaon Kalan | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Dholpur | North-East | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplya
Piplya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurawan, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Piplya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Piplya
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 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 Piplya
Where is Piplya located?
Piplya village is located in Khirkiya Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piplya?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplya is Pipliya Bharat.
What is the pincode of Piplya?
The pincode of Piplya is 461441.
What is the population of Piplya?
Piplya had a total population of 825, including 422 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Piplya?
Piplya had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplya was 81.24%. Male literacy was 90.42% and female literacy was 72.03%.