Piplod - Atru, Baran
Piplod is a village situated in the Atru tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atru and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Ardand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplod is 102824. The village covers a total geographical area of 1021.86 hectares and falls under the 325218 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Piplod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baran-atru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplod
According to the 2011 Census, Piplod village had a total population of 1,638 people, including 859 males and 779 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.65%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 55.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 531.
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 | 1,638 | 859 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 130 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 106 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 531 | 282 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 587 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 272 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Piplod
Piplod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patalya | South | 1.81 km |
| Mahesh Pura | South | 2.72 km |
| Arnya | North | 2.72 km |
| Kishanpura | East | 3.80 km |
| Govindpura | South | 3.91 km |
| Kotra | North | 3.93 km |
| Mermachah | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Balapura | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Degni Jageer | North | 4.62 km |
| Ardand | West | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplod
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Piplod. The nearest railway station is Pipalda Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Piplod is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplod 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 Piplod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplod
Where is Piplod located?
Piplod village is located in Atru Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piplod?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplod is Ardand.
What is the pincode of Piplod?
The pincode of Piplod is 325218.
What is the population of Piplod?
Piplod had a total population of 1,638, including 859 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Piplod?
Piplod had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplod was 68.65%. Male literacy was 80.52% and female literacy was 55.64%.