Piparadi - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Piparadi is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Piparadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparadi is 516358. The village covers a total geographical area of 1521.05 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 35 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
As per Census 2011, Piparadi village has a total population of 2,536 people, consisting of 1,260 males and 1,276 females. The village has 494 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,565 literate and 971 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,536 | 1,260 | 1,276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 154 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 74 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,565 | 890 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 971 | 370 | 601 |
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
Piparadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Piparadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Piparadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Piparadi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piparadi
Where is Piparadi located?
Piparadi village is located in Sihor 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 364230.
What is the population of Piparadi?
Piparadi has a total population of 2,536, including 1,260 males and 1,276 females.
How many households are there in Piparadi?
There are 494 households in Piparadi.
What is the literacy rate in Piparadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparadi is 61.71%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 52.90%.