Piprana - Malpur, Arvalli
Piprana is a village situated in the Malpur taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Malpur and around 77 km from Himatnagar. Piprana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprana is 510925. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.9 hectares and falls under the 383345 pincode. Malpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Piprana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprana
According to the 2011 Census, Piprana village had a total population of 1,251 people, including 638 males and 613 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.13%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 60.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,251 | 638 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 482 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 156 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Piprana
Piprana 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 Piprana
Piprana 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpur to Piprana is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Piprana 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 Piprana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piprana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprana
Where is Piprana located?
Piprana village is located in Malpur Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprana?
Piprana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprana?
The pincode of Piprana is 383345.
What is the population of Piprana?
Piprana had a total population of 1,251, including 638 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Piprana?
Piprana had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprana was 74.13%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 60.49%.