Pithalpur - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Pithalpur is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Pithalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithalpur is 516492. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.28 hectares and falls under the 364265 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pithalpur
As per Census 2011, Pithalpur village has a total population of 1,005 people, consisting of 486 males and 519 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 659 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pithalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,005 | 486 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 137 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 369 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 117 | 229 |
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 bus services.
| 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 Palitana to Pithalpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Pithalpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pithalpur
Where is Pithalpur located?
Pithalpur village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithalpur?
Pithalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pithalpur?
The pincode of Pithalpur is 364265.
What is the population of Pithalpur?
Pithalpur has a total population of 1,005, including 486 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Pithalpur?
There are 176 households in Pithalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Pithalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithalpur is 65.57%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 55.88%.