Piprani Village - Masalpur, Karauli
Piprani is a village situated in the Masalpur tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from Karauli and around 50 km from Karauli. Piprani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprani is 076720. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.97 hectares and falls under the 322242 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Piprani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprani
As per Census 2011, Piprani village has a total population of 1,539 people, consisting of 838 males and 701 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 750 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprani are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,539 | 838 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 190 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 270 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 167 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 497 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 341 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Piprani
Piprani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madh Piprod | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Tilua | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Bharkunjra | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Kallapura | East | 2.90 km |
| Bhiramad | South | 3.16 km |
| Digori | East | 3.79 km |
| Deori | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Daudpur | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Nadanpur | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Dhanera | South-East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprani
Piprani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranpura, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| 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 Karauli to Piprani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprani 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 Piprani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprani 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprani
Where is Piprani located?
Piprani village is located in Masalpur Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprani?
Piprani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprani?
The pincode of Piprani is 322242.
What is the population of Piprani?
Piprani has a total population of 1,539, including 838 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Piprani?
There are 247 households in Piprani.
What is the literacy rate in Piprani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprani is 48.73%. Male literacy is 59.31% and female literacy is 36.09%.