Piplya Bhoju - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Piplya Bhoju is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Barakund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplya Bhoju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplya Bhoju is 505567. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.89 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Piplya Bhoju 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 Piplya Bhoju
According to the 2011 Census, Piplya Bhoju village had a total population of 659 people, including 346 males and 313 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.12%, with male literacy at 65.61% and female literacy at 37.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 622.
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 | 659 | 346 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 622 | 328 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 187 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 159 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Piplya Bhoju
Piplya Bhoju 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 Piplya Bhoju
Piplya Bhoju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Piplya Bhoju is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Piplya Bhoju is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplya Bhoju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplya Bhoju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piplya Bhoju
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 Bhoju 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piplya Bhoju
Where is Piplya Bhoju located?
Piplya Bhoju village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplya Bhoju?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplya Bhoju is Barakund.
What is the pincode of Piplya Bhoju?
The pincode of Piplya Bhoju is 450001.
What is the population of Piplya Bhoju?
Piplya Bhoju had a total population of 659, including 346 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Piplya Bhoju?
Piplya Bhoju had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplya Bhoju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplya Bhoju was 52.12%. Male literacy was 65.61% and female literacy was 37.21%.