Pipalbahal - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Pipalbahal is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Lathore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalbahal is 420796. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 767028 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pipalbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalbahal
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalbahal village had a total population of 1,054 people, including 530 males and 524 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.26%, with male literacy at 58.04% and female literacy at 32.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 530 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 260 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 270 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalbahal
Pipalbahal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pipalbahal
Pipalbahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Pipalbahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Pipalbahal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Pipalbahal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalbahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Pipalbahal
Where is Pipalbahal located?
Pipalbahal village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalbahal is Lathore.
What is the pincode of Pipalbahal?
The pincode of Pipalbahal is 767028.
What is the population of Pipalbahal?
Pipalbahal had a total population of 1,054, including 530 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Pipalbahal?
Pipalbahal had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalbahal was 45.26%. Male literacy was 58.04% and female literacy was 32.19%.