Piplya Ratan - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Piplya Ratan is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Ratanpiplia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplya Ratan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplya Ratan is 469269. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.87 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Piplya Ratan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplya Ratan
As per Census 2011, Piplya Ratan village has a total population of 1,371 people, consisting of 664 males and 707 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 697 literate and 674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplya Ratan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 664 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 88 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 306 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 411 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 253 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Piplya Ratan
Piplya Ratan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koyla | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Suntharboliya | North | 1.60 km |
| Hathiboliya | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Khunti | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Magrana | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Dewakheda | East | 2.90 km |
| Khedakoyla | South | 3.05 km |
| Borkhedi(kachnarawali) | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Billaud | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Aardi | North-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplya Ratan
Piplya Ratan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindpan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.
| 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 Narayangarh to Piplya Ratan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Piplya Ratan is about 40 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 Piplya Ratan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplya Ratan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piplya Ratan
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 Ratan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplya Ratan
Where is Piplya Ratan located?
Piplya Ratan village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplya Ratan?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplya Ratan is Ratanpiplia.
What is the pincode of Piplya Ratan?
The pincode of Piplya Ratan is 458556.
What is the population of Piplya Ratan?
Piplya Ratan has a total population of 1,371, including 664 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Piplya Ratan?
There are 316 households in Piplya Ratan.
What is the literacy rate in Piplya Ratan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplya Ratan is 50.84%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 40.45%.