Paplah - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Paplah is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Paplah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paplah is 018971. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.23 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Paplah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paplah
As per Census 2011, Paplah village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 197 males and 235 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,192 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paplah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 197 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 154 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 43 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Paplah
Paplah 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 Paplah
Paplah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Paplah is about 38 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 Paplah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paplah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paplah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paplah 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paplah
Where is Paplah located?
Paplah village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paplah?
Paplah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paplah?
The pincode of Paplah is 174029.
What is the population of Paplah?
Paplah has a total population of 432, including 197 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Paplah?
There are 85 households in Paplah.
What is the literacy rate in Paplah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paplah is 73.61%. Male literacy is 78.17% and female literacy is 69.79%.