Piplaj
Piplaj is a village located in Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Dehgam (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Gandhinagar. As per 2009 stats, Piplaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Piplaj unique in its vibrant Dehgam-Gandhinagar region. You’ll see Piplaj’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Piplaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Piplaj is 511340. The village spans a total geographical area of 1211.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382315. Dehgam is nearest town to Piplaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Piplaj
Population of Piplaj
According to the 2011 Census, Piplaj has a total population of about 2,852, with approximately 1,452 males and 1,400 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 345 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 329 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.00%, with male literacy at about 78.51% and female literacy near 63.21%. There are around 584 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Piplaj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,852 | 1,452 | 1,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 184 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 158 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,025 | 1,140 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 312 | 515 |
Connectivity of Piplaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Piplaj. As per the 2011 stats, Piplaj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Piplaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Piplaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Piplaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Piplaj
- Where is Piplaj located?
- Piplaj village is situated in Dehgam Taluka, within the Gandhinagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Piplaj?
- Piplaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Piplaj?
- The pincode of Piplaj is 382315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Piplaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piplaj is 2,852, with 1,452 males and 1,400 females.
- How many households are there in Piplaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Piplaj village has a total of 584 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Piplaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piplaj is 71.00%. The male literacy rate is 78.51%, while the female literacy rate is 63.21%.