Piploi - Khambhat, Anand
Piploi is a village situated in the Khambhat taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambhat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Piploi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piploi is 517040. The village covers a total geographical area of 574.91 hectares and falls under the 388640 pincode. Khambhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Piploi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piploi
As per Census 2011, Piploi village has a total population of 4,499 people, consisting of 2,323 males and 2,176 females. The village has 914 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 535 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,287 literate and 1,212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piploi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,499 | 2,323 | 2,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 285 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,287 | 1,855 | 1,432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 468 | 744 |
Nearby Villages of Piploi
Piploi 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 Piploi
Piploi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Piploi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhat to Piploi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Piploi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piploi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piploi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piploi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piploi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piploi
Where is Piploi located?
Piploi village is located in Khambhat Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piploi?
Piploi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piploi?
The pincode of Piploi is 388640.
What is the population of Piploi?
Piploi has a total population of 4,499, including 2,323 males and 2,176 females.
How many households are there in Piploi?
There are 914 households in Piploi.
What is the literacy rate in Piploi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piploi is 73.06%. Male literacy is 79.85% and female literacy is 65.81%.