Piprajara - Jhalda - I, Purulia
Piprajara is a village situated in the Jhalda - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.6 km from Jhalda and around 58.7 km from Purulia. Hensahatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprajara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprajara is 331244. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.07 hectares and falls under the 723202 pincode. Jhalda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Piprajara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprajara
According to the 2011 Census, Piprajara village had a total population of 301 people, including 148 males and 153 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.65%, with male literacy at 90.77% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 301 | 148 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 118 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 30 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Piprajara
Piprajara 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 Piprajara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Piprajara. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Piprajara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhalda to Piprajara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Piprajara is about 58.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprajara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprajara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piprajara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprajara 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 Piprajara
Where is Piprajara located?
Piprajara village is located in Jhalda - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprajara?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprajara is Hensahatu.
What is the pincode of Piprajara?
The pincode of Piprajara is 723202.
What is the population of Piprajara?
Piprajara had a total population of 301, including 148 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Piprajara?
Piprajara had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprajara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprajara was 77.65%. Male literacy was 90.77% and female literacy was 64.00%.