Kotpiplya - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Kotpiplya is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Kotpiplya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotpiplya is 469775. The village covers a total geographical area of 507.98 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kotpiplya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotpiplya
According to the 2011 Census, Kotpiplya village had a total population of 845 people, including 439 males and 406 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.49%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 52.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 845 | 439 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 332 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 107 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Kotpiplya
Kotpiplya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motipura | North | 1.76 km |
| Bajkhedi | East | 1.93 km |
| Bhilyakhedi | West | 2.55 km |
| Kotda Bahadur | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Kotdamata | South | 2.81 km |
| Ghatiyakhedi | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Jaykheda | East | 3.23 km |
| Bhatkhedi | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Kolwi | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Payakhedi | North-West | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotpiplya
Kotpiplya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 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 Sitamau to Kotpiplya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Kotpiplya is about 58 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 Kotpiplya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotpiplya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kotpiplya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotpiplya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotpiplya
Where is Kotpiplya located?
Kotpiplya village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotpiplya?
Kotpiplya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotpiplya?
The pincode of Kotpiplya is 458558.
What is the population of Kotpiplya?
Kotpiplya had a total population of 845, including 439 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Kotpiplya?
Kotpiplya had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotpiplya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotpiplya was 70.49%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 52.76%.