Piyava - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Piyava is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Piyava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piyava is 515769. The village covers a total geographical area of 2046.45 hectares and falls under the 364515 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Piyava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piyava
As per Census 2011, Piyava village has a total population of 3,696 people, consisting of 1,899 males and 1,797 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 413 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,269 literate and 1,427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piyava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,696 | 1,899 | 1,797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 209 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 163 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 2,269 | 1,313 | 956 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,427 | 586 | 841 |
Nearby Villages of Piyava
Piyava 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 Piyava
Piyava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Piyava.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Piyava is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Piyava is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piyava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piyava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piyava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piyava 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piyava
Where is Piyava located?
Piyava village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piyava?
Piyava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piyava?
The pincode of Piyava is 364515.
What is the population of Piyava?
Piyava has a total population of 3,696, including 1,899 males and 1,797 females.
How many households are there in Piyava?
There are 685 households in Piyava.
What is the literacy rate in Piyava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyava is 61.39%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 53.20%.