Pipalia - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Pipalia is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Pipalia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalia is 056001. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.99 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pipalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalia
As per Census 2011, Pipalia village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 90 males and 107 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 90 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 21 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalia
Pipalia 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 Pipalia
Pipalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pipalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Pipalia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Pipalia is about 26 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 Pipalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalia 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 Pipalia
Where is Pipalia located?
Pipalia village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalia?
Pipalia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipalia?
The pincode of Pipalia is 263148.
What is the population of Pipalia?
Pipalia has a total population of 197, including 90 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Pipalia?
There are 40 households in Pipalia.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalia is 64.97%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 55.14%.