Piplya Kalan - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Piplya Kalan is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ambapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplya Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplya Kalan is 505868. The village covers a total geographical area of 838.29 hectares and falls under the 450881 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Piplya Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplya Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Piplya Kalan village had a total population of 1,197 people, including 594 males and 603 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.65%, with male literacy at 87.25% and female literacy at 62.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 1,197 | 594 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 92 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 74 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 438 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 156 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Piplya Kalan
Piplya Kalan 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 Kalan
Piplya Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Piplya Kalan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplya Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piplya Kalan
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 Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piplya Kalan
Where is Piplya Kalan located?
Piplya Kalan village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplya Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplya Kalan is Ambapat.
What is the pincode of Piplya Kalan?
The pincode of Piplya Kalan is 450881.
What is the population of Piplya Kalan?
Piplya Kalan had a total population of 1,197, including 594 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Piplya Kalan?
Piplya Kalan had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplya Kalan was 74.65%. Male literacy was 87.25% and female literacy was 62.00%.