Pipalda Shekhan - Ladpura, Kota
Pipalda Shekhan is a village situated in the Ladpura tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladpura and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Tather serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalda Shekhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalda Shekhan is 102027. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.57 hectares and falls under the 325201 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pipalda Shekhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ladpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalda Shekhan
As per Census 2011, Pipalda Shekhan village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 191 males and 175 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalda Shekhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 191 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 111 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 80 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalda Shekhan
Pipalda Shekhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Kherli | West | 0.76 km |
| Brajeshpura | South | 1.70 km |
| Kherli Pande | West | 1.84 km |
| Notana | North | 1.96 km |
| Ramrajpura | East | 2.24 km |
| Deolimachhiyan | North | 3.57 km |
| Chandresal | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Tather | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Soonagar | North | 4.34 km |
| Kishanpura Takiya | North-West | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pipalda Shekhan
Pipalda Shekhan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chandresal, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kota to Pipalda Shekhan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalda Shekhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalda Shekhan 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 Pipalda Shekhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalda Shekhan 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 Pipalda Shekhan
Where is Pipalda Shekhan located?
Pipalda Shekhan village is located in Ladpura Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalda Shekhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalda Shekhan is Tather.
What is the pincode of Pipalda Shekhan?
The pincode of Pipalda Shekhan is 325201.
What is the population of Pipalda Shekhan?
Pipalda Shekhan has a total population of 366, including 191 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Pipalda Shekhan?
There are 61 households in Pipalda Shekhan.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalda Shekhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalda Shekhan is 50.27%. Male literacy is 58.12% and female literacy is 41.71%.