Piplya Buzurg - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Piplya Buzurg is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Pipalya Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplya Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplya Buzurg is 477450. The village covers a total geographical area of 1209.39 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piplya Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplya Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Piplya Buzurg village has a total population of 2,250 people, consisting of 1,154 males and 1,096 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 485 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 1,400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,479 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplya Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,250 | 1,154 | 1,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 240 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,479 | 765 | 714 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 537 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,400 | 617 | 783 |
Nearby Villages of Piplya Buzurg
Piplya Buzurg 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 Buzurg
Piplya Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Piplya Buzurg is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Piplya Buzurg is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplya Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplya Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Piplya Buzurg
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 Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Piplya Buzurg
Where is Piplya Buzurg located?
Piplya Buzurg village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplya Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplya Buzurg is Pipalya Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Piplya Buzurg?
The pincode of Piplya Buzurg is 451331.
What is the population of Piplya Buzurg?
Piplya Buzurg has a total population of 2,250, including 1,154 males and 1,096 females.
How many households are there in Piplya Buzurg?
There are 386 households in Piplya Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Piplya Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplya Buzurg is 37.78%. Male literacy is 46.53% and female literacy is 28.56%.