Piparha - Churhat, Sidhi
Piparha is a village situated in the Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Churhat and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Lahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparha is 502523. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.62 hectares and falls under the 486775 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Piparha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparha
As per Census 2011, Piparha village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 173 males and 165 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 173 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 131 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 42 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Piparha
Piparha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karoundi | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Lahiya | West | 1.68 km |
| Ukarha | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Kusiyara | North | 1.87 km |
| Dihuki | West | 2.56 km |
| Patpara | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Dadar | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Hadgadi | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Kamarji | East | 4.03 km |
| Kuspari | West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparha
Piparha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Marwasgram, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Churhat to Piparha is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Piparha is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piparha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparha 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 Piparha
Where is Piparha located?
Piparha village is located in Churhat Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparha?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparha is Lahiya.
What is the pincode of Piparha?
The pincode of Piparha is 486775.
What is the population of Piparha?
Piparha has a total population of 338, including 173 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Piparha?
There are 72 households in Piparha.
What is the literacy rate in Piparha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparha is 63.02%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 49.70%.