Pirla - Quepem, Kushavati
Pirla is a village situated in the Quepem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 12 km from Quepem and around 34 km from Margao. Caurem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pirla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirla is 626964. The village covers a total geographical area of 1504 hectares and falls under the 403705 pincode.
Pirla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanguem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pirla
As per Census 2011, Pirla village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 251 males and 223 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 251 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 202 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 49 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Pirla
Pirla 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 Pirla
Pirla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Pirla is about 34 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 Pirla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pirla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pirla
Where is Pirla located?
Pirla village is located in Quepem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirla?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirla is Caurem.
What is the pincode of Pirla?
The pincode of Pirla is 403705.
What is the population of Pirla?
Pirla has a total population of 474, including 251 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Pirla?
There are 112 households in Pirla.
What is the literacy rate in Pirla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirla is 71.31%. Male literacy is 80.48% and female literacy is 60.99%.