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
As per Census 2011, Piplya Bhoju village has a total population of 659 people, consisting of 346 males and 313 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 622 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplya Bhoju are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 659, including 346 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Piplya Bhoju?
There are 112 households in Piplya Bhoju.
What is the literacy rate in Piplya Bhoju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplya Bhoju is 42.94%. Male literacy is 54.05% and female literacy is 30.67%.