Piplan
Piplan is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.4km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Piplan village. As per 2009 stats, Birghoi is the gram panchayat of Piplan village.
Piplan has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Piplan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Piplan is 309783. The village spans a total geographical area of 312.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733123. Raiganj is nearest town to Piplan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
As per 2019 stats, Piplan village comes under Raiganj assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Piplan
Population of Piplan
Below is a concise population overview of Piplan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,502 | 1,875 | 1,627 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 259 | 202 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,275 | 1,200 | 1,075 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
Literate Population | 1,900 | 1,160 | 740 |
Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 715 | 887 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Piplan village:
- The total population of Piplan village is around 3,502, including approximately 1,875 males and 1,627 females, with a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 461 children aged 0–6 years in Piplan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Piplan village has 2,275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 72 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Piplan village is about 54.25%, with male literacy at 61.87% and female literacy at 45.48%.
- There are around 785 households in Piplan village.
Connectivity of Piplan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Piplan. As per the 2011 stats, Piplan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Piplan
Knowing the nearby villages of Piplan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Piplan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Piplan
- Where is Piplan located?
- Piplan village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Piplan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Piplan is Birghoi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Piplan?
- The pincode of Piplan is 733123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Piplan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piplan is 3,502, with 1,875 males and 1,627 females.
- How many households are there in Piplan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Piplan village has a total of 785 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Piplan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piplan is 54.25%. The male literacy rate is 61.87%, while the female literacy rate is 45.48%.