Piplijat - Chandpur, Bijnor
Piplijat is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Peeplijat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplijat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplijat is 114048. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.63 hectares and falls under the 246725 pincode. Chandpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Piplijat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplijat
According to the 2011 Census, Piplijat village had a total population of 3,123 people, including 1,553 males and 1,570 females, living in 522 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.95%, with male literacy at 88.28% and female literacy at 63.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304.
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 | 3,123 | 1,553 | 1,570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 256 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 164 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,986 | 1,145 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,137 | 408 | 729 |
Nearby Villages of Piplijat
Piplijat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawabpura Urf Shekhu Pura | South | 0.80 km |
| Rajopur Behman | North | 0.81 km |
| Rauniya | East | 1.19 km |
| Astpur | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Ghansoor Pur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Saidpura | North | 1.68 km |
| Akbarpur Majbata | North | 1.74 km |
| Afjalpur Urf Chotapur | South | 1.78 km |
| Sallahpur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Bajpur | East | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piplijat
Public transport in the Piplijat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandpur Siau Halt, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandpur to Piplijat is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Piplijat is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplijat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplijat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piplijat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplijat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplijat
Where is Piplijat located?
Piplijat village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piplijat?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplijat is Peeplijat.
What is the pincode of Piplijat?
The pincode of Piplijat is 246725.
What is the population of Piplijat?
Piplijat had a total population of 3,123, including 1,553 males and 1,570 females.
How many households are there in Piplijat?
Piplijat had 522 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplijat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplijat was 75.95%. Male literacy was 88.28% and female literacy was 63.81%.