Piparkhed - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Piparkhed is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Piprkheda Naka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkhed is 477902. The village covers a total geographical area of 703.09 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Piparkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piparkhed
As per Census 2011, Piparkhed village has a total population of 1,183 people, consisting of 611 males and 572 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 895 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,183 | 611 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 14 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 895 | 466 | 429 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 248 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 363 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkhed
Piparkhed 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 Piparkhed
Piparkhed is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Jhiranya to Piparkhed is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Piparkhed is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparkhed 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piparkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparkhed
Where is Piparkhed located?
Piparkhed village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkhed is Piprkheda Naka.
What is the pincode of Piparkhed?
The pincode of Piparkhed is 451332.
What is the population of Piparkhed?
Piparkhed has a total population of 1,183, including 611 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Piparkhed?
There are 193 households in Piparkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkhed is 34.23%. Male literacy is 40.59% and female literacy is 27.45%.