Piparwas - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Piparwas is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 190 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Piparwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparwas is 451405. The village covers a total geographical area of 5258 hectares and falls under the 476337 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Piparwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piparwas
As per Census 2011, Piparwas village has a total population of 1,227 people, consisting of 665 males and 562 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 748 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 691 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,227 | 665 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 169 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 365 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 321 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 344 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Piparwas
Piparwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baroda Khurd | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Binega | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Chentikheda | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Dhamini | North-West | 5.23 km |
| Chhapar | North | 5.28 km |
| Dehari | West | 6.22 km |
| Simrai | South-West | 6.80 km |
| Shahpur Khurd | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Gaswani | North-East | 7.37 km |
| Ghorade | West | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparwas
Piparwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bijaipur Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Piparwas is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Piparwas is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparwas 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 Piparwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparwas
Where is Piparwas located?
Piparwas village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparwas?
Piparwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparwas?
The pincode of Piparwas is 476337.
What is the population of Piparwas?
Piparwas has a total population of 1,227, including 665 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Piparwas?
There are 308 households in Piparwas.
What is the literacy rate in Piparwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparwas is 39.04%. Male literacy is 48.27% and female literacy is 28.11%.