Piplud - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Piplud is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Dhanpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplud is 476660. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.71 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Piplud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplud
As per Census 2011, Piplud village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 140 males and 139 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 140 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 110 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 30 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Piplud
Piplud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanpada | East | 1.48 km |
| Methwan | West | 1.84 km |
| Jujakhedi | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Berphad Bujurg | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Bagod | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Jethway | East | 4.05 km |
| Barfadkhurd | South | 4.57 km |
| Dehri | South | 4.62 km |
| Bhikhar Khedi | West | 4.62 km |
| Nimtoka | West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplud
Piplud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barwaha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Barwaha to Piplud is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Piplud is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piplud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piplud
Where is Piplud located?
Piplud village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplud?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplud is Dhanpada.
What is the pincode of Piplud?
The pincode of Piplud is 451220.
What is the population of Piplud?
Piplud has a total population of 279, including 140 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Piplud?
There are 64 households in Piplud.
What is the literacy rate in Piplud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplud is 63.80%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 48.92%.