Pipalia - Nimapada, Puri
Pipalia is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bamanala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalia is 409079. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 752121 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pipalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalia
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalia village had a total population of 525 people, including 264 males and 261 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.65%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 93.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 525 | 264 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 231 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 33 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalia
Pipalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patigram | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Saderia | West | 1.12 km |
| Badaninigan | South | 1.39 km |
| Barimundei | South | 1.68 km |
| Tihula | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Beruhansasan | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Paikasahi | East | 2.13 km |
| Bamanal | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Kolhana | West | 2.32 km |
| Botei | North | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pipalia
Pipalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Nimapada to Pipalia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Pipalia is about 46 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 Pipalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalia 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 Pipalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalia
Where is Pipalia located?
Pipalia village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalia is Bamanala.
What is the pincode of Pipalia?
The pincode of Pipalia is 752121.
What is the population of Pipalia?
Pipalia had a total population of 525, including 264 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Pipalia?
Pipalia had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalia was 94.65%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 93.85%.