Piranji - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Piranji is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Piranji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piranji is 542995. The village covers a total geographical area of 1166.33 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piranji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piranji
As per Census 2011, Piranji village has a total population of 2,083 people, consisting of 1,079 males and 1,004 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,215 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piranji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,083 | 1,079 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 163 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 248 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,160 | 591 | 569 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 746 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 333 | 535 |
Nearby Villages of Piranji
Piranji 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Govindpur | East | 2.88 km |
| Krishanpur | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Baldi | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Kharus Kh. | South-East | 5.83 km |
| Hardada | South | 6.13 km |
| Churmura | West | 6.24 km |
| Dagadthar | North | 6.32 km |
| Met | East | 6.96 km |
| Dindala | North-West | 7.39 km |
| Amdapur | West | 8.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piranji
Piranji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Himayatnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkhed to Piranji is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Piranji is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piranji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piranji 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 Piranji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piranji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piranji
Where is Piranji located?
Piranji village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piranji?
Piranji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piranji?
The pincode of Piranji is 445206.
What is the population of Piranji?
Piranji has a total population of 2,083, including 1,079 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Piranji?
There are 461 households in Piranji.
What is the literacy rate in Piranji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piranji is 58.33%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 46.71%.