Kalaliya (Piploda) - Piploda, Ratlam
Kalaliya (Piploda) is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Dhaturiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalaliya (Piploda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalaliya (Piploda) is 470013. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.14 hectares and falls under the 457331 pincode. Piploda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kalaliya (Piploda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalaliya (Piploda)
According to the 2011 Census, Kalaliya (Piploda) village had a total population of 689 people, including 366 males and 323 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.55%, with male literacy at 73.81% and female literacy at 37.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 689 | 366 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 72 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 176 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 217 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 149 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Kalaliya (Piploda)
Kalaliya (Piploda) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siliya Kheri | North | 2.17 km |
| Kheda(piploda) | East | 2.31 km |
| Bachhodiya | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Chandera | West | 2.45 km |
| Chakoonda | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Dhaturiya | East | 2.94 km |
| Kesharpura | South | 3.41 km |
| Semal Kheri | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Meerawata | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Jhatla | East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalaliya (Piploda)
Kalaliya (Piploda) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mundalaram, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Piploda to Kalaliya (Piploda) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Kalaliya (Piploda) is about 60 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 Kalaliya (Piploda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalaliya (Piploda) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalaliya (Piploda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalaliya (Piploda) 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 Kalaliya (Piploda)
Where is Kalaliya (Piploda) located?
Kalaliya (Piploda) village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalaliya (Piploda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalaliya (Piploda) is Dhaturiya.
What is the pincode of Kalaliya (Piploda)?
The pincode of Kalaliya (Piploda) is 457331.
What is the population of Kalaliya (Piploda)?
Kalaliya (Piploda) had a total population of 689, including 366 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Kalaliya (Piploda)?
Kalaliya (Piploda) had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalaliya (Piploda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalaliya (Piploda) was 56.55%. Male literacy was 73.81% and female literacy was 37.26%.