Pipalia - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Pipalia is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Pipalia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalia is 056111. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.92 hectares and falls under the 263151 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Pipalia 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalia
According to the 2011 Census, Pipalia village had a total population of 648 people, including 309 males and 339 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.96%, with male literacy at 79.85% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 648 | 309 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 36 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 218 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 91 | 168 |
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.
| 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 Sitarganj to Pipalia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Pipalia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pipalia
Where is Pipalia located?
Pipalia village is located in Sitarganj 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 263151.
What is the population of Pipalia?
Pipalia had a total population of 648, including 309 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Pipalia?
Pipalia had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalia was 69.96%. Male literacy was 79.85% and female literacy was 60.42%.