Piplod - Dediapada, Narmada
Piplod is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Dumkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplod is 521571. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.79 hectares and falls under the 393040 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Piplod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplod
According to the 2011 Census, Piplod village had a total population of 1,188 people, including 614 males and 574 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.11%, with male literacy at 64.09% and female literacy at 37.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,185.
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 | 1,188 | 614 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 135 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,185 | 611 | 574 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 307 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 307 | 399 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dediapada to Piplod is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Piplod is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piplod
Where is Piplod located?
Piplod village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piplod?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplod is Dumkhal.
What is the pincode of Piplod?
The pincode of Piplod is 393040.
What is the population of Piplod?
Piplod had a total population of 1,188, including 614 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Piplod?
Piplod had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplod was 51.11%. Male literacy was 64.09% and female literacy was 37.72%.