Piluda
Piluda is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Piluda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Piluda unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Piluda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Piluda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Piluda is 507516. The village spans a total geographical area of 3106.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Piluda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Piluda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Piluda
Population of Piluda
According to the 2011 Census, Piluda has a total population of about 4,725, with approximately 2,433 males and 2,292 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 781 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 634 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.13%, with male literacy at about 60.50% and female literacy near 34.99%. There are around 808 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Piluda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,725 | 2,433 | 2,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 399 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 634 | 327 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,274 | 1,472 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,451 | 961 | 1,490 |
Connectivity of Piluda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Piluda. As per the 2011 stats, Piluda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Piluda
Knowing the nearby villages of Piluda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Piluda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Piluda
- Where is Piluda located?
- Piluda village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Piluda?
- Piluda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Piluda?
- The pincode of Piluda is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Piluda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piluda is 4,725, with 2,433 males and 2,292 females.
- How many households are there in Piluda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Piluda village has a total of 808 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Piluda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piluda is 48.13%. The male literacy rate is 60.50%, while the female literacy rate is 34.99%.