Pipalpan - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Pipalpan is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Pipal Pan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipalpan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipalpan is 522246. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.25 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Pipalpan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pipalpan
As per Census 2011, Pipalpan village has a total population of 876 people, consisting of 452 males and 424 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 869 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipalpan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 | 452 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 869 | 449 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 354 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 98 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Pipalpan
Pipalpan 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 Pipalpan
Pipalpan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Pipalpan is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Pipalpan 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 Pipalpan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipalpan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pipalpan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipalpan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pipalpan
Where is Pipalpan located?
Pipalpan village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipalpan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipalpan is Pipal Pan.
What is the pincode of Pipalpan?
The pincode of Pipalpan is 393110.
What is the population of Pipalpan?
Pipalpan has a total population of 876, including 452 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Pipalpan?
There are 170 households in Pipalpan.
What is the literacy rate in Pipalpan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipalpan is 70.89%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 62.97%.