Piplod - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Piplod is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Devgadbaria and around 40 km from Dohad. Piplod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplod is 519521. The village covers a total geographical area of 1039.16 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Piplod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplod
As per Census 2011, Piplod village has a total population of 10,304 people, consisting of 5,168 males and 5,136 females. The village has 1,800 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,569 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,027 literate and 4,277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 853 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,304 | 5,168 | 5,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,569 | 822 | 747 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 853 | 416 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 6,027 | 3,582 | 2,445 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,277 | 1,586 | 2,691 |
Nearby Villages of Piplod
Piplod 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 Piplod
Piplod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Piplod has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Piplod is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Piplod is about 40 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 Piplod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piplod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piplod
Where is Piplod located?
Piplod village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplod?
Piplod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piplod?
The pincode of Piplod is 389380.
What is the population of Piplod?
Piplod has a total population of 10,304, including 5,168 males and 5,136 females.
How many households are there in Piplod?
There are 1,800 households in Piplod.
What is the literacy rate in Piplod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplod is 58.49%. Male literacy is 69.31% and female literacy is 47.61%.