Pithalpur - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Pithalpur is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Pithalapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pithalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithalpur is 516323. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.75 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Pithalpur 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 Pithalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pithalpur village had a total population of 910 people, including 476 males and 434 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.57%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 57.57%.
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 | 910 | 476 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 336 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 140 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Pithalpur
Pithalpur 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 Pithalpur
Public transport in the Pithalpur 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 Alang to Pithalpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Pithalpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pithalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithalpur 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 Pithalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithalpur 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 Pithalpur
Where is Pithalpur located?
Pithalpur village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pithalpur is Pithalapur.
What is the pincode of Pithalpur?
The pincode of Pithalpur is 364120.
What is the population of Pithalpur?
Pithalpur had a total population of 910, including 476 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Pithalpur?
Pithalpur had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pithalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithalpur was 70.57%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 57.57%.