Piproda Alam - Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri
Piproda Alam is a village situated in the Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaniyadhana and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Piprodaalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piproda Alam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piproda Alam is 456277. The village covers a total geographical area of 515.6 hectares and falls under the 473990 pincode. Khaniyadhana is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Piproda Alam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piproda Alam
As per Census 2011, Piproda Alam village has a total population of 1,150 people, consisting of 636 males and 514 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 808 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 583 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piproda Alam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,150 | 636 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 124 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 103 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 387 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 249 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Piproda Alam
Piproda Alam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anghora Chukhru | West | 1.31 km |
| Daseriya | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Gutaura | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Kadwaya | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Mahuwa | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Bhenrogarh | South | 4.43 km |
| Budhiya | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Daber | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Harthon | East | 5.55 km |
| Muhasa | East | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piproda Alam
Public transport in the Piproda Alam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lukwasa, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khaniyadhana to Piproda Alam is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Piproda Alam is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piproda Alam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piproda Alam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piproda Alam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piproda Alam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piproda Alam
Where is Piproda Alam located?
Piproda Alam village is located in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piproda Alam?
The Gram Panchayat of Piproda Alam is Piprodaalam.
What is the pincode of Piproda Alam?
The pincode of Piproda Alam is 473990.
What is the population of Piproda Alam?
Piproda Alam has a total population of 1,150, including 636 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Piproda Alam?
There are 203 households in Piproda Alam.
What is the literacy rate in Piproda Alam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piproda Alam is 50.70%. Male literacy is 60.85% and female literacy is 38.13%.