Paplo - Chandrapura, Bokaro
Paplo is a village situated in the Chandrapura subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapura and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Paplo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paplo is 362269. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 828403 pincode.
Paplo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paplo
As per Census 2011, Paplo village has a total population of 2,667 people, consisting of 1,388 males and 1,279 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,833 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paplo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,667 | 1,388 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 220 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,833 | 1,080 | 753 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 308 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Paplo
Paplo is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Junori | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Taranari | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Telo (ct) | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Narra (ct) | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Kurumba | South | 3.21 km |
| Kanchanpur | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Bandieo | West | 3.52 km |
| Taranga | East | 3.71 km |
| Karidugdho | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Nasiya | West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paplo
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paplo. The nearest railway station is Telo, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Paplo is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paplo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paplo 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 Paplo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paplo 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paplo
Where is Paplo located?
Paplo village is located in Chandrapura Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paplo?
Paplo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paplo?
The pincode of Paplo is 828403.
What is the population of Paplo?
Paplo has a total population of 2,667, including 1,388 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Paplo?
There are 499 households in Paplo.
What is the literacy rate in Paplo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paplo is 68.73%. Male literacy is 77.81% and female literacy is 58.87%.