Pipli - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Pipli is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Chak Pipli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipli is 029706. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 144624 pincode. Lohian Khass is the nearest town.
Pipli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipli
According to the 2011 Census, Pipli village had a total population of 1,496 people, including 764 males and 732 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.33%, with male literacy at 72.33% and female literacy at 51.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,078.
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 | 1,496 | 764 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 99 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,078 | 546 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 481 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 283 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Pipli
Pipli 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 Pipli
Pipli 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 | 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 Jalandhar to Pipli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipli 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 Pipli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipli 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 Pipli
Where is Pipli located?
Pipli village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipli?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipli is Chak Pipli.
What is the pincode of Pipli?
The pincode of Pipli is 144624.
What is the population of Pipli?
Pipli had a total population of 1,496, including 764 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Pipli?
Pipli had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipli was 62.33%. Male literacy was 72.33% and female literacy was 51.95%.