Pipalbhadra - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Pipalbhadra is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kapalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalbhadra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalbhadra is 428802. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Pipalbhadra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalbhadra
As per Census 2011, Pipalbhadra village has a total population of 492 people, consisting of 240 males and 252 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalbhadra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 492 | 240 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 217 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 206 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalbhadra
Pipalbhadra 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 Pipalbhadra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pipalbhadra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Pipalbhadra is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pipalbhadra is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalbhadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalbhadra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalbhadra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalbhadra 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalbhadra
Where is Pipalbhadra located?
Pipalbhadra village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalbhadra?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalbhadra is Kapalada.
What is the pincode of Pipalbhadra?
The pincode of Pipalbhadra is 764027.
What is the population of Pipalbhadra?
Pipalbhadra has a total population of 492, including 240 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Pipalbhadra?
There are 102 households in Pipalbhadra.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalbhadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalbhadra is 10.57%. Male literacy is 14.17% and female literacy is 7.14%.