Pipulat - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Pipulat is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from Sarisha and around 43.3 km from Alipore. Mathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipulat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipulat is 334437. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.33 hectares and falls under the 743336 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pipulat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipulat
According to the 2011 Census, Pipulat village had a total population of 2,195 people, including 1,099 males and 1,096 females, living in 515 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.81%, with male literacy at 85.13% and female literacy at 76.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 498.
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 | 2,195 | 1,099 | 1,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 124 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 241 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,558 | 830 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 269 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Pipulat
Pipulat 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 Pipulat
Pipulat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pipulat.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Pipulat is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Pipulat is about 43.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipulat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipulat 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 Pipulat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipulat 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pipulat
Where is Pipulat located?
Pipulat village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipulat?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipulat is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Pipulat?
The pincode of Pipulat is 743336.
What is the population of Pipulat?
Pipulat had a total population of 2,195, including 1,099 males and 1,096 females.
How many households are there in Pipulat?
Pipulat had 515 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipulat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipulat was 80.81%. Male literacy was 85.13% and female literacy was 76.39%.