Piprani - Beerpur, Sheopur
Piprani is a village situated in the Beerpur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beerpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Nimach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprani is 451499. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 476335 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Piprani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprani
According to the 2011 Census, Piprani village had a total population of 408 people, including 220 males and 188 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.79%, with male literacy at 66.32% and female literacy at 49.68%.
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 | 408 | 220 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 126 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 94 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Piprani
Piprani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baroli | East | 1.46 km |
| Rijhenta | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Tarra Kalan | South | 1.67 km |
| Moreka | West | 1.88 km |
| Ghamloki | East | 3.23 km |
| Bilwasa | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Chainpur | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Tarra Khurd | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Bhurendi | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Bhampura | North-East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Piprani. The nearest railway station is Ikdori, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.8 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 Vijaypur to Piprani is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Piprani is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piprani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprani 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 Piprani
Where is Piprani located?
Piprani village is located in Beerpur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprani?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprani is Nimach.
What is the pincode of Piprani?
The pincode of Piprani is 476335.
What is the population of Piprani?
Piprani had a total population of 408, including 220 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Piprani?
Piprani had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprani was 58.79%. Male literacy was 66.32% and female literacy was 49.68%.