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
As per Census 2011, Piplod village has a total population of 1,638 people, consisting of 859 males and 779 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 957 literate and 681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 531 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplod are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,638, including 859 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Piplod?
There are 355 households in Piplod.
What is the literacy rate in Piplod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplod is 58.42%. Male literacy is 68.34% and female literacy is 47.50%.