Pipaldani - Titlagarh, Balangir
Pipaldani is a village situated in the Titlagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titlagarh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Banjipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipaldani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipaldani is 421590. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 767033 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pipaldani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipaldani
According to the 2011 Census, Pipaldani village had a total population of 250 people, including 132 males and 118 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.76%, with male literacy at 65.22% and female literacy at 45.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 250 | 132 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 75 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 57 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Pipaldani
Pipaldani 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 Pipaldani
Public transport in the Pipaldani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pipaldani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Pipaldani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Pipaldani is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipaldani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipaldani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipaldani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipaldani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pipaldani
Where is Pipaldani located?
Pipaldani village is located in Titlagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipaldani?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipaldani is Banjipadar.
What is the pincode of Pipaldani?
The pincode of Pipaldani is 767033.
What is the population of Pipaldani?
Pipaldani had a total population of 250, including 132 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Pipaldani?
Pipaldani had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipaldani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipaldani was 55.76%. Male literacy was 65.22% and female literacy was 45.10%.