Pipalava - Khambha, Amreli
Pipalava is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Pipalava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalava is 515846. The village covers a total geographical area of 2348.45 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Pipalava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipalava
As per Census 2011, Pipalava village has a total population of 2,097 people, consisting of 1,078 males and 1,019 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,256 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,097 | 1,078 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 144 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 766 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 312 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalava
Pipalava 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 Pipalava
Public transport in the Pipalava is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Pipalava is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Pipalava is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipalava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalava
Where is Pipalava located?
Pipalava village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalava?
Pipalava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipalava?
The pincode of Pipalava is 365650.
What is the population of Pipalava?
Pipalava has a total population of 2,097, including 1,078 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Pipalava?
There are 392 households in Pipalava.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalava is 59.90%. Male literacy is 71.06% and female literacy is 48.09%.