Peepalhera - Hindaun, Karauli
Peepalhera is a village situated in the Hindaun tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindaun and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Dhahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peepalhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peepalhera is 076463. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.33 hectares and falls under the 322254 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Peepalhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindaun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peepalhera
As per Census 2011, Peepalhera village has a total population of 2,573 people, consisting of 1,423 males and 1,150 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 808 females per 1,000 males. There are 485 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,490 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 615 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peepalhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,573 | 1,423 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 274 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 337 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 1,490 | 1,029 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 394 | 689 |
Nearby Villages of Peepalhera
Peepalhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Sikandarpur | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Sikandarpur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Fazalabad | East | 1.52 km |
| Gadhi Mosamabad | South | 1.53 km |
| Chak Kanwar Pura | North | 2.45 km |
| Kanwar Pura | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Dhahara | West | 2.60 km |
| Shyampur Moondri | East | 2.90 km |
| Mosalpur | North | 2.99 km |
| Tighriya | North | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peepalhera
Peepalhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hindaun City, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindaun to Peepalhera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Peepalhera is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peepalhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peepalhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peepalhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peepalhera 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Peepalhera
Where is Peepalhera located?
Peepalhera village is located in Hindaun Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peepalhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Peepalhera is Dhahara.
What is the pincode of Peepalhera?
The pincode of Peepalhera is 322254.
What is the population of Peepalhera?
Peepalhera has a total population of 2,573, including 1,423 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Peepalhera?
There are 433 households in Peepalhera.
What is the literacy rate in Peepalhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peepalhera is 57.91%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 40.09%.