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
As per Census 2011, Piparala village has a total population of 2,105 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,015 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,094 literate and 1,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparala are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,105, including 1,090 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Piparala?
There are 369 households in Piparala.
What is the literacy rate in Piparala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparala is 51.97%. Male literacy is 62.84% and female literacy is 40.30%.