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.
Here you can discover what makes Piplan unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Piplan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Piplan has a total population of about 3,502, with approximately 1,875 males and 1,627 females. The sex ratio is around 867 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 461 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,275 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 72. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.25%, with male literacy at about 61.87% and female literacy near 45.48%. There are around 785 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Piplan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.