Piplud - Dahi, Dhar
Piplud is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Pipalud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplud is 475574. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.79 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piplud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplud
As per Census 2011, Piplud village has a total population of 1,949 people, consisting of 925 males and 1,024 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 1,305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,814 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,949 | 925 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 181 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,814 | 857 | 957 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 363 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,305 | 562 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Piplud
Piplud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chichwaniya | West | 1.80 km |
| Thengcha | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Chhachhkuwa | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Basnali | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Dasana | South | 3.29 km |
| Jamda | East | 3.51 km |
| Sidari | East | 4.03 km |
| Dhana | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Sindhyapani | West | 4.28 km |
| Ummedpura | North-East | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplud
Public transport in the Piplud is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahi to Piplud is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Piplud is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplud 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 Piplud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piplud
Where is Piplud located?
Piplud village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplud?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplud is Pipalud.
What is the pincode of Piplud?
The pincode of Piplud is 454331.
What is the population of Piplud?
Piplud has a total population of 1,949, including 925 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Piplud?
There are 340 households in Piplud.
What is the literacy rate in Piplud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplud is 33.04%. Male literacy is 39.24% and female literacy is 27.44%.