Piplani - Harsud, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Piplani is a village situated in the Harsud tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harsud and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Piplani Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplani is 505484. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.5 hectares and falls under the 450116 pincode. Khirkiya is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piplani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplani
According to the 2011 Census, Piplani village had a total population of 2,015 people, including 1,075 males and 940 females, living in 445 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.94%, with male literacy at 79.96% and female literacy at 60.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 2,015 | 1,075 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 162 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 185 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 730 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 802 | 345 | 457 |
Nearby Villages of Piplani
Piplani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Piplani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Piplani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khirkiya to Piplani is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Piplani is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piplani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplani
Where is Piplani located?
Piplani village is located in Harsud Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplani?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplani is Piplani Mal.
What is the pincode of Piplani?
The pincode of Piplani is 450116.
What is the population of Piplani?
Piplani had a total population of 2,015, including 1,075 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Piplani?
Piplani had 445 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplani was 70.94%. Male literacy was 79.96% and female literacy was 60.60%.