Piplo - Rudraprayag
Piplo is a village situated in the Rudraprayag tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Rudraprayag, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Pipli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piplo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplo is 042370. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.74 hectares and falls under the 246171 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Piplo 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplo
According to the 2011 Census, Piplo village had a total population of 560 people, including 241 males and 319 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,324 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 90.69% and female literacy at 64.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 560 | 241 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 89 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 185 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 56 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Piplo
Piplo 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 Piplo
Piplo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Piplo is about 28 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 Piplo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piplo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplo
Where is Piplo located?
Piplo village is located in Rudraprayag Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piplo?
The Gram Panchayat of Piplo is Pipli.
What is the pincode of Piplo?
The pincode of Piplo is 246171.
What is the population of Piplo?
Piplo had a total population of 560, including 241 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Piplo?
Piplo had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplo was 75.51%. Male literacy was 90.69% and female literacy was 64.54%.