Piplani Khurd - Goharganj, Raisen
Piplani Khurd is a village situated in the Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goharganj and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Bineka Borda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplani Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplani Khurd is 484322. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.274 hectares and falls under the 464990 pincode. Obedullaganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Piplani Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplani Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Piplani Khurd village had a total population of 471 people, including 251 males and 220 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.37%, with male literacy at 75.37% and female literacy at 54.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 388.
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 | 471 | 251 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 203 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 153 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 98 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Piplani Khurd
Piplani Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkheda | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Karitalai | North | 2.73 km |
| Barrusot | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Borda | West | 2.99 km |
| Tajpura | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Bansgahan | North | 4.10 km |
| Ratapani | East | 4.35 km |
| Karmoda | West | 5.32 km |
| Bhaiyapur | North-West | 5.37 km |
| Kumadi | North | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplani Khurd
Piplani Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Obedullaganj to Piplani Khurd is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Piplani Khurd is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplani Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplani Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Piplani Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplani Khurd 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplani Khurd
Where is Piplani Khurd located?
Piplani Khurd village is located in Goharganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piplani Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplani Khurd is Bineka Borda.
What is the pincode of Piplani Khurd?
The pincode of Piplani Khurd is 464990.
What is the population of Piplani Khurd?
Piplani Khurd had a total population of 471, including 251 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Piplani Khurd?
Piplani Khurd had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplani Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplani Khurd was 65.37%. Male literacy was 75.37% and female literacy was 54.35%.