Pipulgram - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Pipulgram is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 33.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dakshingram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipulgram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipulgram is 316550. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.63 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pipulgram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pipulgram
According to the 2011 Census, Pipulgram village had a total population of 835 people, including 422 males and 413 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.89%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 66.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 835 | 422 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 133 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 312 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 110 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Pipulgram
Pipulgram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukna | North | 1.21 km |
| Pandulia | East | 1.74 km |
| Brahmanbahara | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Chaulja | South | 1.88 km |
| Kusumi | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Purbba Ramchandrapur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Pahana | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Ratma | East | 2.53 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Ram Bhadrapur | North-West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pipulgram
Pipulgram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rampurhat to Pipulgram is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Pipulgram is about 33.5 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 Pipulgram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipulgram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipulgram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipulgram 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pipulgram
Where is Pipulgram located?
Pipulgram village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipulgram?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipulgram is Dakshingram.
What is the pincode of Pipulgram?
The pincode of Pipulgram is 731216.
What is the population of Pipulgram?
Pipulgram had a total population of 835, including 422 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Pipulgram?
Pipulgram had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipulgram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipulgram was 75.89%. Male literacy was 84.78% and female literacy was 66.94%.