Piplai - Bamanwas, Sawai Madhopur
Piplai is a village situated in the Bamanwas tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bamanwas and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sawai Madhopur. Piplai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplai is 077278. The village covers a total geographical area of 899.32 hectares and falls under the 322214 pincode. Gangapur City is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Piplai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplai
As per Census 2011, Piplai village has a total population of 6,093 people, consisting of 3,232 males and 2,861 females. The village has 1,148 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 937 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,575 literate and 2,518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 734 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,093 | 3,232 | 2,861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 937 | 513 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 734 | 399 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 3,575 | 2,345 | 1,230 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,518 | 887 | 1,631 |
Nearby Villages of Piplai
Piplai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barh Piplai | South | 1.63 km |
| Koochawar Chak No.1 | South | 2.15 km |
| Kacharhera | North | 2.24 km |
| Gola Gaonri | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Shyosinghpura | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Kherli | West | 2.88 km |
| Sitor | East | 2.89 km |
| Barh Dehri | South | 2.94 km |
| Sitapura | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Nehri | South-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplai
Piplai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalpur Umri, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gangapur City to Piplai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sawai Madhopur to Piplai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piplai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplai 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 Piplai
Where is Piplai located?
Piplai village is located in Bamanwas Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplai?
Piplai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piplai?
The pincode of Piplai is 322214.
What is the population of Piplai?
Piplai has a total population of 6,093, including 3,232 males and 2,861 females.
How many households are there in Piplai?
There are 1,148 households in Piplai.
What is the literacy rate in Piplai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplai is 58.67%. Male literacy is 72.56% and female literacy is 42.99%.