Piparzora - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Piparzora is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Satputi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparzora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparzora is 538812. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.66 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Piparzora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piparzora
As per Census 2011, Piparzora village has a total population of 73 people, consisting of 32 males and 41 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,281 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparzora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 32 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Piparzora
Piparzora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dawandi | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Jodtarai | West | 1.92 km |
| Kukdel | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Satputi | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Kochinara | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Pandharapani | North | 2.65 km |
| Chilamtola | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Belgaon | East | 3.23 km |
| Gutekasa | North | 3.26 km |
| Rajatola | West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparzora
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Piparzora. The nearest railway station is Dewalgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 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 Desaiganj to Piparzora is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Piparzora is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparzora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparzora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piparzora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparzora 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 Piparzora
Where is Piparzora located?
Piparzora village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparzora?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparzora is Satputi.
What is the pincode of Piparzora?
The pincode of Piparzora is 441209.
What is the population of Piparzora?
Piparzora has a total population of 73, including 32 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Piparzora?
There are 18 households in Piparzora.
What is the literacy rate in Piparzora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparzora is 49.32%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 46.34%.