Pipalkhole - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Pipalkhole is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kainjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalkhole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalkhole is 415874. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 762019 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pipalkhole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalkhole
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalkhole village had a total population of 13 people, including 6 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalkhole
Pipalkhole 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 Pipalkhole
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pipalkhole.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Pipalkhole is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pipalkhole is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalkhole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalkhole 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 Pipalkhole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalkhole 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 Pipalkhole
Where is Pipalkhole located?
Pipalkhole village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalkhole?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalkhole is Kainjhar.
What is the pincode of Pipalkhole?
The pincode of Pipalkhole is 762019.
What is the population of Pipalkhole?
Pipalkhole had a total population of 13, including 6 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Pipalkhole?
Pipalkhole had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalkhole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalkhole was 54.55%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.