Piparkhad - Dudhamania, Singrauli
Piparkhad is a village situated in the Dudhamania tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Chitrangi and around 35 km from Singrauli. Birkunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparkhad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparkhad is 503636. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.58 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 35 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
According to the 2011 Census, Piparkhad village had a total population of 1,498 people, including 797 males and 701 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.54%, with male literacy at 68.57% and female literacy at 42.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 522.
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 | 1,498 | 797 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 132 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 105 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 522 | 287 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 456 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 341 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Piparkhad
Piparkhad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Piparkhad
Piparkhad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Piparkhad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Piparkhad is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piparkhad
Where is Piparkhad located?
Piparkhad village is located in Dudhamania Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparkhad?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparkhad is Birkunia.
What is the pincode of Piparkhad?
The pincode of Piparkhad is 486882.
What is the population of Piparkhad?
Piparkhad had a total population of 1,498, including 797 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Piparkhad?
Piparkhad had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparkhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparkhad was 56.54%. Male literacy was 68.57% and female literacy was 42.78%.