Piplaj - Dharampuri, Dhar
Piplaj is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Poplaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplaj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplaj is 475831. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.6 hectares and falls under the 454552 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Piplaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplaj
According to the 2011 Census, Piplaj village had a total population of 755 people, including 369 males and 386 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.83%, with male literacy at 47.52% and female literacy at 36.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 751.
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 | 755 | 369 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 751 | 367 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 144 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 225 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Piplaj
Piplaj 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 Piplaj
Piplaj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dhamnod to Piplaj is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Piplaj is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplaj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piplaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplaj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplaj
Where is Piplaj located?
Piplaj village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplaj?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplaj is Poplaj.
What is the pincode of Piplaj?
The pincode of Piplaj is 454552.
What is the population of Piplaj?
Piplaj had a total population of 755, including 369 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Piplaj?
Piplaj had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplaj was 41.83%. Male literacy was 47.52% and female literacy was 36.45%.