Pipalpada - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Pipalpada is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalpada is 422484. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Pipalpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalpada
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalpada village had a total population of 185 people, including 93 males and 92 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 40.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 48 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalpada
Pipalpada 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 Pipalpada
Public transport in the Pipalpada 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 Bhawanipatna to Pipalpada is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalpada 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalpada
Where is Pipalpada located?
Pipalpada village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalpada is Manikera.
What is the pincode of Pipalpada?
The pincode of Pipalpada is 766102.
What is the population of Pipalpada?
Pipalpada had a total population of 185, including 93 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Pipalpada?
Pipalpada had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalpada was 50.00%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 40.26%.