Piparkhad - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Piparkhad is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Karaundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkhad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkhad is 503368. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.64 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Piparkhad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparkhad
As per Census 2011, Piparkhad village has a total population of 199 people, consisting of 102 males and 97 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 144 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparkhad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 55 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkhad
Piparkhad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhumadand | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Kharkhauli | West | 1.55 km |
| Tendughati | West | 2.25 km |
| Khairhani | South | 2.51 km |
| Karaundiya | North | 2.94 km |
| Bichhi | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Nandmaniya | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Phulkesh | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Harma | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Kamrauha | North | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparkhad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Piparkhad. The nearest railway station is Gondwali, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Singrauli to Piparkhad is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparkhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparkhad 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 Piparkhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparkhad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Piparkhad
Where is Piparkhad located?
Piparkhad village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkhad?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkhad is Karaundia.
What is the pincode of Piparkhad?
The pincode of Piparkhad is 486882.
What is the population of Piparkhad?
Piparkhad has a total population of 199, including 102 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Piparkhad?
There are 40 households in Piparkhad.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkhad is 43.22%. Male literacy is 46.08% and female literacy is 40.21%.