Piparala - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Piparala is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Piparala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparala is 516313. The village covers a total geographical area of 811.29 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Bhavnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Piparala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparala
As per Census 2011, Piparala village has a total population of 1,671 people, consisting of 868 males and 803 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 965 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 868 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 593 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 275 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Piparala
Piparala 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 Piparala
Public transport in the Piparala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhavnagar to Piparala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piparala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparala
Where is Piparala located?
Piparala village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparala?
Piparala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparala?
The pincode of Piparala is 364120.
What is the population of Piparala?
Piparala has a total population of 1,671, including 868 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Piparala?
There are 301 households in Piparala.
What is the literacy rate in Piparala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparala is 57.75%. Male literacy is 68.32% and female literacy is 46.33%.