Piparaha - Sirmour, Rewa
Piparaha is a village situated in the Sirmour tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirmour and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Piparaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparaha is 465520. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.97 hectares and falls under the 486441 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piparaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparaha
As per Census 2011, Piparaha village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 320 males and 388 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,212 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 320 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 56 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 229 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 91 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Piparaha
Piparaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sigai | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Bara | East | 1.33 km |
| Ataraila | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Baisa | North | 1.45 km |
| Shahpur 540 | West | 1.80 km |
| Jamu | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Dewas | East | 3.31 km |
| Balahara | North | 3.39 km |
| Phool-2 | South | 3.41 km |
| Mala | East | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparaha
Piparaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rewa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirmour to Piparaha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Piparaha is about 36 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 Piparaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparaha 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 Piparaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparaha 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 Piparaha
Where is Piparaha located?
Piparaha village is located in Sirmour Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparaha?
Piparaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparaha?
The pincode of Piparaha is 486441.
What is the population of Piparaha?
Piparaha has a total population of 708, including 320 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Piparaha?
There are 166 households in Piparaha.
What is the literacy rate in Piparaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparaha is 61.58%. Male literacy is 71.56% and female literacy is 53.35%.