Piplu - Badnagar, Ujjain
Piplu is a village situated in the Badnagar tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Piplu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplu is 472077. The village covers a total geographical area of 1201.19 hectares and falls under the 456771 pincode. Badnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Piplu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplu
As per Census 2011, Piplu village has a total population of 3,053 people, consisting of 1,557 males and 1,496 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,935 literate and 1,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,053 | 1,557 | 1,496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 203 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 319 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 1,935 | 1,153 | 782 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 404 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Piplu
Piplu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nogaon | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Satwasa | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Badgara | West | 2.05 km |
| Nawada | West | 2.17 km |
| Nagora | South | 2.95 km |
| Payakunda | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Dhaniya Khedi | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Muradka | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Khandwabibi | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Biragodanathu | North-East | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplu
Piplu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnagar to Piplu is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Piplu is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplu 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 Piplu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piplu
Where is Piplu located?
Piplu village is located in Badnagar Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplu?
Piplu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piplu?
The pincode of Piplu is 456771.
What is the population of Piplu?
Piplu has a total population of 3,053, including 1,557 males and 1,496 females.
How many households are there in Piplu?
There are 631 households in Piplu.
What is the literacy rate in Piplu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplu is 63.38%. Male literacy is 74.05% and female literacy is 52.27%.