Megha-Pipaliya - Kunkavav Vadia, Amreli
Megha-Pipaliya is a village situated in the Kunkavav Vadia taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadia and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Megha Pipariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megha-Pipaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megha-Pipaliya is 515388. The village covers a total geographical area of 1224.11 hectares and falls under the 365480 pincode. Amreli is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Megha-Pipaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amreli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Megha-Pipaliya
As per Census 2011, Megha-Pipaliya village has a total population of 1,717 people, consisting of 885 males and 832 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,170 literate and 547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megha-Pipaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,717 | 885 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 83 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 166 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 670 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 215 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Megha-Pipaliya
Megha-Pipaliya 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 Megha-Pipaliya
Megha-Pipaliya 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 Amreli to Megha-Pipaliya is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megha-Pipaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megha-Pipaliya 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 Megha-Pipaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megha-Pipaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megha-Pipaliya
Where is Megha-Pipaliya located?
Megha-Pipaliya village is located in Kunkavav Vadia Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megha-Pipaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Megha-Pipaliya is Megha Pipariya.
What is the pincode of Megha-Pipaliya?
The pincode of Megha-Pipaliya is 365480.
What is the population of Megha-Pipaliya?
Megha-Pipaliya has a total population of 1,717, including 885 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Megha-Pipaliya?
There are 378 households in Megha-Pipaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Megha-Pipaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megha-Pipaliya is 68.14%. Male literacy is 75.71% and female literacy is 60.10%.