Pipaltora - Baisa, Purnia
Pipaltora is a village situated in the Baisa subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisa and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Chandwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipaltora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipaltora is 223867. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Kishanganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pipaltora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pipaltora
According to the 2011 Census, Pipaltora village had a total population of 595 people, including 310 males and 285 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.35%, with male literacy at 46.44% and female literacy at 50.46%.
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 | 595 | 310 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 199 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Pipaltora
Pipaltora 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 Pipaltora
Public transport in the Pipaltora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishanganj to Pipaltora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Pipaltora is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipaltora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipaltora 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 Pipaltora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipaltora 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 Pipaltora
Where is Pipaltora located?
Pipaltora village is located in Baisa Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipaltora?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipaltora is Chandwar.
What is the pincode of Pipaltora?
The pincode of Pipaltora is 854315.
What is the population of Pipaltora?
Pipaltora had a total population of 595, including 310 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Pipaltora?
Pipaltora had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipaltora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipaltora was 48.35%. Male literacy was 46.44% and female literacy was 50.46%.