Piplipada - Sailana, Ratlam
Piplipada is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Badikhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplipada is 470449. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.08 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Piplipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplipada
According to the 2011 Census, Piplipada village had a total population of 441 people, including 226 males and 215 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.65%, with male literacy at 60.64% and female literacy at 33.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 441 | 226 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 225 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 114 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 112 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Piplipada
Piplipada 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 Piplipada
Piplipada 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sailana to Piplipada is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Piplipada is about 27 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 Piplipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplipada 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piplipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piplipada
Where is Piplipada located?
Piplipada village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplipada is Badikhurd.
What is the pincode of Piplipada?
The pincode of Piplipada is 457550.
What is the population of Piplipada?
Piplipada had a total population of 441, including 226 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Piplipada?
Piplipada had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplipada was 47.65%. Male literacy was 60.64% and female literacy was 33.53%.