Piparadi - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Piparadi is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Piparadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparadi is 516513. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.51 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piparadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparadi
According to the 2011 Census, Piparadi village had a total population of 1,841 people, including 939 males and 902 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.12%, with male literacy at 86.77% and female literacy at 55.01%.
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 | 1,841 | 939 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 168 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 669 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 270 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Piparadi
Piparadi 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 Piparadi
Public transport in the Piparadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Piparadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Piparadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Piparadi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparadi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piparadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparadi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piparadi
Where is Piparadi located?
Piparadi village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piparadi?
Piparadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparadi?
The pincode of Piparadi is 364270.
What is the population of Piparadi?
Piparadi had a total population of 1,841, including 939 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Piparadi?
Piparadi had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparadi was 71.12%. Male literacy was 86.77% and female literacy was 55.01%.