Piparala - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Piparala is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Piparala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparala is 516378. The village covers a total geographical area of 1338.57 hectares and falls under the 364250 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparala
According to the 2011 Census, Piparala village had a total population of 2,105 people, including 1,090 males and 1,015 females, living in 369 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.74%, with male literacy at 73.89% and female literacy at 48.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 2,105 | 1,090 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 163 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 49 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 685 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 405 | 606 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Piparala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sihor to Piparala is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Piparala is about 35 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piparala
Where is Piparala located?
Piparala village is located in Sihor 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 364250.
What is the population of Piparala?
Piparala had a total population of 2,105, including 1,090 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Piparala?
Piparala had 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparala was 61.74%. Male literacy was 73.89% and female literacy was 48.40%.