Piplya - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Piplya is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 95 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Rahu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplya is 531604. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.11 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Piplya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplya
As per Census 2011, Piplya village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 112 males and 97 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 112 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 111 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 72 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 40 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Piplya
Piplya 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 Piplya
Public transport in the Piplya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhaisdahi to Piplya is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Piplya is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piplya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplya 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 Piplya
Where is Piplya located?
Piplya village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplya?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplya is Rahu.
What is the pincode of Piplya?
The pincode of Piplya is 444807.
What is the population of Piplya?
Piplya has a total population of 209, including 112 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Piplya?
There are 39 households in Piplya.
What is the literacy rate in Piplya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplya is 53.59%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 41.24%.