Piparhema - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Piparhema is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Piparahema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparhema village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparhema is 186671. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode.
Piparhema village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparhema
According to the 2011 Census, Piparhema village had a total population of 1,252 people, including 645 males and 607 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.81%, with male literacy at 84.11% and female literacy at 57.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 720.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 645 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 110 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 720 | 352 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 450 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 195 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Piparhema
Piparhema 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahaita | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Ganauri | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Pokhare | South | 1.01 km |
| Madariya | East | 1.06 km |
| Singhvalia | North | 1.26 km |
| Jhuria | West | 1.37 km |
| Pachowree | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Sursee | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Bankata | West | 1.74 km |
| Suresa | South | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparhema
Piparhema is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gorakhpur to Piparhema is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparhema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparhema village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Piparhema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparhema village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Piparhema
Where is Piparhema located?
Piparhema village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparhema?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparhema is Piparahema.
What is the pincode of Piparhema?
The pincode of Piparhema is 273406.
What is the population of Piparhema?
Piparhema had a total population of 1,252, including 645 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Piparhema?
Piparhema had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparhema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparhema was 70.81%. Male literacy was 84.11% and female literacy was 57.31%.