Piplej - Chhota Udaipur, Chhotaudepur
Piplej is a village situated in the Chhota Udaipur taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 1 km from Chhota Udaipur and around 102 km from Vadodara. Ghelvant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplej village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplej is 520375. The village covers a total geographical area of 1114.32 hectares and falls under the 391165 pincode. Chhota Udaipur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Piplej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplej
According to the 2011 Census, Piplej village had a total population of 961 people, including 487 males and 474 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.75%, with male literacy at 54.90% and female literacy at 38.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 949.
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 | 961 | 487 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 949 | 481 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 224 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 263 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Piplej
Piplej 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 Piplej
Public transport in the Piplej is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Piplej.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhota Udaipur to Piplej is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Piplej is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplej 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piplej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplej 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piplej
Where is Piplej located?
Piplej village is located in Chhota Udaipur Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piplej?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplej is Ghelvant.
What is the pincode of Piplej?
The pincode of Piplej is 391165.
What is the population of Piplej?
Piplej had a total population of 961, including 487 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Piplej?
Piplej had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplej was 46.75%. Male literacy was 54.90% and female literacy was 38.57%.