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
As per Census 2011, Pipalbahal village has a total population of 1,054 people, consisting of 530 males and 524 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalbahal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,054, including 530 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Pipalbahal?
There are 274 households in Pipalbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalbahal is 38.05%. Male literacy is 49.06% and female literacy is 26.91%.