Purohit Pipriya - Baraily, Raisen
Purohit Pipriya is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Sojani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purohit Pipriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purohit Pipriya is 484587. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Purohit Pipriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purohit Pipriya
According to the 2011 Census, Purohit Pipriya village had a total population of 739 people, including 377 males and 362 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.83%, with male literacy at 74.20% and female literacy at 48.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 739 | 377 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 233 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 144 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Purohit Pipriya
Purohit Pipriya 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 Purohit Pipriya
Purohit Pipriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Baraily to Purohit Pipriya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Purohit Pipriya is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purohit Pipriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purohit Pipriya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purohit Pipriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purohit Pipriya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purohit Pipriya
Where is Purohit Pipriya located?
Purohit Pipriya village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purohit Pipriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Purohit Pipriya is Sojani.
What is the pincode of Purohit Pipriya?
The pincode of Purohit Pipriya is 464668.
What is the population of Purohit Pipriya?
Purohit Pipriya had a total population of 739, including 377 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Purohit Pipriya?
Purohit Pipriya had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purohit Pipriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purohit Pipriya was 61.83%. Male literacy was 74.20% and female literacy was 48.83%.