Peepal Khera - Kathumar, Alwar
Peepal Khera is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Salwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peepal Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peepal Khera is 073816. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.64 hectares and falls under the 301035 pincode. Kherli is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Peepal Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peepal Khera
As per Census 2011, Peepal Khera village has a total population of 1,770 people, consisting of 959 males and 811 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,055 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 459 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 276 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peepal Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,770 | 959 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 172 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 245 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 149 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 701 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 258 | 457 |
Nearby Villages of Peepal Khera
Peepal Khera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Medpura | East | 1.40 km |
| Gala Khera | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Salwari | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Dantiya | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Makkhan Ka Nagla | North | 2.40 km |
| Preetampura | East | 2.62 km |
| Samoochi | South | 2.77 km |
| Kaneti | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Kalwari | North | 3.59 km |
| Dahari Dantwar | South-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peepal Khera
Peepal Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dantla, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kherli to Peepal Khera is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Peepal Khera is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peepal Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peepal Khera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Peepal Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peepal Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Peepal Khera
Where is Peepal Khera located?
Peepal Khera village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peepal Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Peepal Khera is Salwari.
What is the pincode of Peepal Khera?
The pincode of Peepal Khera is 301035.
What is the population of Peepal Khera?
Peepal Khera has a total population of 1,770, including 959 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Peepal Khera?
There are 295 households in Peepal Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Peepal Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peepal Khera is 59.60%. Male literacy is 73.10% and female literacy is 43.65%.