Piploda Chhota - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Piploda Chhota is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Piploda Bada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piploda Chhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piploda Chhota is 504503. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.5 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Meghnagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Piploda Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piploda Chhota
As per Census 2011, Piploda Chhota village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 120 males and 147 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,225 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piploda Chhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 120 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 120 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 53 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 67 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Piploda Chhota
Piploda Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhadkitodi | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Piploda Bada | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Tandladara | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Pochak | East | 1.74 km |
| Rasodi | North | 1.96 km |
| Rupakheda | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Gaduli | South | 2.38 km |
| Bisalpur | West | 2.68 km |
| Kajali Dungari | North | 2.78 km |
| Nagan Khedi | South-East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piploda Chhota
Piploda Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chhota is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Piploda Chhota is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piploda Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piploda Chhota 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piploda Chhota
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 Chhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piploda Chhota
Where is Piploda Chhota located?
Piploda Chhota village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piploda Chhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Piploda Chhota is Piploda Bada.
What is the pincode of Piploda Chhota?
The pincode of Piploda Chhota is 457779.
What is the population of Piploda Chhota?
Piploda Chhota has a total population of 267, including 120 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Piploda Chhota?
There are 46 households in Piploda Chhota.
What is the literacy rate in Piploda Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piploda Chhota is 30.71%. Male literacy is 44.17% and female literacy is 19.73%.