Piprad - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Piprad is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Piparad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprad is 477463. The village covers a total geographical area of 1181.22 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Piprad 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 Piprad
As per Census 2011, Piprad village has a total population of 2,699 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,356 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,522 literate and 1,177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,699 | 1,343 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 187 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,140 | 554 | 586 |
| Literate Population | 1,522 | 891 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 452 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Piprad
Piprad 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 Piprad
Piprad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Piprad is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Piprad is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piprad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piprad
Where is Piprad located?
Piprad village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprad?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprad is Piparad.
What is the pincode of Piprad?
The pincode of Piprad is 451331.
What is the population of Piprad?
Piprad has a total population of 2,699, including 1,343 males and 1,356 females.
How many households are there in Piprad?
There are 518 households in Piprad.
What is the literacy rate in Piprad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprad is 56.39%. Male literacy is 66.34% and female literacy is 46.53%.