Piplikheda - Mahidpur, Ujjain
Piplikheda is a village situated in the Mahidpur tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahidpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Khoriyasumra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplikheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplikheda is 471369. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.67 hectares and falls under the 456443 pincode. Mahidpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Piplikheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplikheda
As per Census 2011, Piplikheda village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 123 males and 119 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplikheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 123 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 69 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 54 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Piplikheda
Piplikheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aamdi | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Jharkhedi | East | 1.58 km |
| Mochikheda | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Sanghvikheda | South | 1.89 km |
| Khoriya Sumra | North | 1.93 km |
| Ramnagar | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Rasulpura | West | 2.91 km |
| Baijnath | East | 3.12 km |
| Bani | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Barda Bhurekhan | South | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplikheda
Piplikheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahidpur Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mahidpur to Piplikheda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Piplikheda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplikheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplikheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piplikheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplikheda 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 Piplikheda
Where is Piplikheda located?
Piplikheda village is located in Mahidpur Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplikheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplikheda is Khoriyasumra.
What is the pincode of Piplikheda?
The pincode of Piplikheda is 456443.
What is the population of Piplikheda?
Piplikheda has a total population of 242, including 123 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Piplikheda?
There are 48 households in Piplikheda.
What is the literacy rate in Piplikheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplikheda is 44.21%. Male literacy is 56.10% and female literacy is 31.93%.