Pipalguda - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Pipalguda is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Budhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalguda is 423835. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 19 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 Junagarh 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 97 people, including 49 males and 48 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.69%, with male literacy at 32.50% and female literacy at 11.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 36 | 43 |
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 facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Pipalguda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pipalguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Pipalguda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pipalguda is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 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 Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipalguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalguda is Budhipadar.
What is the pincode of Pipalguda?
The pincode of Pipalguda is 766018.
What is the population of Pipalguda?
Pipalguda had a total population of 97, including 49 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Pipalguda?
Pipalguda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalguda was 21.69%. Male literacy was 32.50% and female literacy was 11.63%.