Piplai Khurd - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Piplai Khurd is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bhagwanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplai Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplai Khurd is 477382. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.6 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Piplai Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplai Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Piplai Khurd village had a total population of 1,193 people, including 624 males and 569 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.03%, with male literacy at 79.61% and female literacy at 49.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 1,193 | 624 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 109 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 410 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 214 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Piplai Khurd
Piplai Khurd 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 Piplai Khurd
Piplai Khurd 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 | 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 Bhikangaon to Piplai Khurd is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Piplai Khurd is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplai Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplai Khurd 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 Piplai Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplai Khurd 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 Piplai Khurd
Where is Piplai Khurd located?
Piplai Khurd village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplai Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplai Khurd is Bhagwanpura.
What is the pincode of Piplai Khurd?
The pincode of Piplai Khurd is 451331.
What is the population of Piplai Khurd?
Piplai Khurd had a total population of 1,193, including 624 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Piplai Khurd?
Piplai Khurd had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplai Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplai Khurd was 65.03%. Male literacy was 79.61% and female literacy was 49.38%.