Piplet - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Piplet is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jajut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplet is 050001. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.11 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Piplet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplet
As per Census 2011, Piplet village has a total population of 46 people, consisting of 18 males and 28 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,555 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 11 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Piplet
Piplet 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 Piplet
Public transport in the Piplet is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Piplet is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piplet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplet 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 Piplet
Where is Piplet located?
Piplet village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplet?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplet is Jajut.
What is the pincode of Piplet?
The pincode of Piplet is 262522.
What is the population of Piplet?
Piplet has a total population of 46, including 18 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Piplet?
There are 13 households in Piplet.
What is the literacy rate in Piplet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplet is 76.09%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 75.00%.