Purbo Piplagool - Patharkandi, Sribhumi
Purbo Piplagool is a village situated in the Patharkandi subdivision of Sribhumi district, Assam. It is located approximately 43 km from Patharkandi and around 43 km from Karimganj. Putni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbo Piplagool village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbo Piplagool is 300515. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 788725 pincode. Karimganj is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Purbo Piplagool village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patherkandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karimganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbo Piplagool
As per Census 2011, Purbo Piplagool village has a total population of 655 people, consisting of 338 males and 317 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbo Piplagool are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 338 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 176 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 162 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Purbo Piplagool
Purbo Piplagool is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purbo Piplagool
Public transport in the Purbo Piplagool is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karimganj to Purbo Piplagool is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbo Piplagool
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbo Piplagool village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purbo Piplagool
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbo Piplagool village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purbo Piplagool
Where is Purbo Piplagool located?
Purbo Piplagool village is located in Patharkandi Subdivision, Sribhumi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbo Piplagool?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbo Piplagool is Putni.
What is the pincode of Purbo Piplagool?
The pincode of Purbo Piplagool is 788725.
What is the population of Purbo Piplagool?
Purbo Piplagool has a total population of 655, including 338 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Purbo Piplagool?
There are 154 households in Purbo Piplagool.
What is the literacy rate in Purbo Piplagool?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbo Piplagool is 41.98%. Male literacy is 52.07% and female literacy is 31.23%.