Piploda Bada - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Piploda Bada is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Piploda Bada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piploda Bada is 504501. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.67 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Meghnagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Piploda Bada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piploda Bada
As per Census 2011, Piploda Bada village has a total population of 1,248 people, consisting of 603 males and 645 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piploda Bada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,248 | 603 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 127 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,240 | 601 | 639 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 265 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 338 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Piploda Bada
Piploda Bada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasodi | North | 0.88 km |
| Piploda Chhota | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Jhadkitodi | West | 1.30 km |
| Kajali Dungari | North | 1.63 km |
| Pochak | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Rupakheda | West | 2.15 km |
| Tandladara | South | 2.18 km |
| Pipal Khunta | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Juni Rambhapur | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Bisalpur | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piploda Bada
Piploda Bada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghnagar to Piploda Bada is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Piploda Bada is about 27 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 Piploda Bada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piploda Bada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piploda Bada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piploda Bada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piploda Bada
Where is Piploda Bada located?
Piploda Bada village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piploda Bada?
Piploda Bada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piploda Bada?
The pincode of Piploda Bada is 457779.
What is the population of Piploda Bada?
Piploda Bada has a total population of 1,248, including 603 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Piploda Bada?
There are 189 households in Piploda Bada.
What is the literacy rate in Piploda Bada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piploda Bada is 35.34%. Male literacy is 43.95% and female literacy is 27.29%.