Piproda - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Piproda is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Bhiyakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piproda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piproda is 481570. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.71 hectares and falls under the 464111 pincode. Shamshabad is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Piproda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piproda
As per Census 2011, Piproda village has a total population of 696 people, consisting of 351 males and 345 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piproda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 696 | 351 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 166 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 185 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Piproda
Piproda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jotpur | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Sigrampur | North | 1.54 km |
| Dhokapura | South | 2.17 km |
| Bhiyakhedi | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Beelkhoh | South | 2.98 km |
| Goria | West | 3.27 km |
| Bhagwanpur | East | 3.41 km |
| Mahutha | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Kisanpur | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Ragru | South | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piproda
Piproda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dewanganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shamshabad to Piproda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Piproda 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 Piproda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piproda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piproda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piproda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piproda
Where is Piproda located?
Piproda village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piproda?
The Gram Panchayat of Piproda is Bhiyakhedi.
What is the pincode of Piproda?
The pincode of Piproda is 464111.
What is the population of Piproda?
Piproda has a total population of 696, including 351 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Piproda?
There are 122 households in Piproda.
What is the literacy rate in Piproda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piproda is 37.79%. Male literacy is 47.29% and female literacy is 28.12%.