Pipalguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Pipalguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Badapujariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalguda is 424147. The village covers a total geographical area of 542 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Pipalguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalguda
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalguda village had a total population of 1,985 people, including 985 males and 1,000 females, living in 536 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.94%, with male literacy at 61.60% and female literacy at 28.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 913.
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 | 1,985 | 985 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 136 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 127 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 913 | 437 | 476 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 523 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,208 | 462 | 746 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalguda
Pipalguda 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 Pipalguda
Public transport in the Pipalguda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Pipalguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pipalguda is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalguda
Where is Pipalguda located?
Pipalguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipalguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalguda is Badapujariguda.
What is the pincode of Pipalguda?
The pincode of Pipalguda is 766018.
What is the population of Pipalguda?
Pipalguda had a total population of 1,985, including 985 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Pipalguda?
Pipalguda had 536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalguda was 44.94%. Male literacy was 61.60% and female literacy was 28.86%.