Pipaldhar - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Pipaldhar is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Pipaldhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipaldhar is 481599. The village covers a total geographical area of 2170 hectares and falls under the 464113 pincode. Shamshabad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Pipaldhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pipaldhar
As per Census 2011, Pipaldhar village has a total population of 5,002 people, consisting of 2,580 males and 2,422 females. The village has 921 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 803 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,942 literate and 2,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 768 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipaldhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,002 | 2,580 | 2,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 803 | 411 | 392 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 768 | 389 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,942 | 1,734 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,060 | 846 | 1,214 |
Nearby Villages of Pipaldhar
Pipaldhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goriya Kheda | East | 1.98 km |
| Motipura | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Bhaironbag | South | 2.39 km |
| Imalia Jagir | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Dhobi Kheda | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Binjh Jagir | North | 4.10 km |
| Rinia | East | 4.18 km |
| Tinsiyai | West | 4.35 km |
| Amarpura | South | 4.58 km |
| Khajuri Shamshabad | South-West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pipaldhar
Pipaldhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sumer, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 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 Shamshabad to Pipaldhar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Pipaldhar is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipaldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipaldhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pipaldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipaldhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pipaldhar
Where is Pipaldhar located?
Pipaldhar village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipaldhar?
Pipaldhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipaldhar?
The pincode of Pipaldhar is 464113.
What is the population of Pipaldhar?
Pipaldhar has a total population of 5,002, including 2,580 males and 2,422 females.
How many households are there in Pipaldhar?
There are 921 households in Pipaldhar.
What is the literacy rate in Pipaldhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipaldhar is 58.82%. Male literacy is 67.21% and female literacy is 49.88%.