Piplav - Sojitra, Anand
Piplav is a village situated in the Sojitra taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojitra and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Piplav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplav is 516865. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.73 hectares and falls under the 388460 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piplav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplav
As per Census 2011, Piplav village has a total population of 5,000 people, consisting of 2,638 males and 2,362 females. The village has 1,056 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 589 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,175 literate and 825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,000 | 2,638 | 2,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 323 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 148 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 4,175 | 2,216 | 1,959 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 422 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Piplav
Piplav 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 Piplav
Piplav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Piplav.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojitra to Piplav is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Piplav is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piplav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piplav
Where is Piplav located?
Piplav village is located in Sojitra Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplav?
Piplav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piplav?
The pincode of Piplav is 388460.
What is the population of Piplav?
Piplav has a total population of 5,000, including 2,638 males and 2,362 females.
How many households are there in Piplav?
There are 1,056 households in Piplav.
What is the literacy rate in Piplav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplav is 83.50%. Male literacy is 84.00% and female literacy is 82.94%.