Piplaj
Piplaj is a village located in Barwani tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from Barwani, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Piplaj village. As per 2009 stats, Piplaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Piplaj has its own place in the vibrant Barwani region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Piplaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Piplaj is 478020. The village spans a total geographical area of 247.48 hectares. Barwani is nearest town to Piplaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Piplaj village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badwani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Piplaj
Population of Piplaj
Below is a concise population overview of Piplaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 622 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 95 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 175 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 220 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 358 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 264 | 292 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Piplaj village:
- The total population of Piplaj village is around 1,191, including approximately 622 males and 569 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Piplaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Piplaj village has 324 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 423 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Piplaj village is about 53.32%, with male literacy at 57.56% and female literacy at 48.68%.
- There are around 235 households in Piplaj village.
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Barwani Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, 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 population of Piplaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piplaj is 1,191, with 622 males and 569 females.
- How many households are there in Piplaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Piplaj village has a total of 235 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Piplaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piplaj is 53.32%. The male literacy rate is 57.56%, while the female literacy rate is 48.68%.