Panchpipla - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Panchpipla is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Panch Pipla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchpipla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchpipla is 516577. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.86 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Panchpipla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchpipla
According to the 2011 Census, Panchpipla village had a total population of 1,745 people, including 870 males and 875 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.65%, with male literacy at 91.63% and female literacy at 67.87%.
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 | 1,745 | 870 | 875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 105 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 701 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 169 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Panchpipla
Panchpipla 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 Panchpipla
Panchpipla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Panchpipla is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Panchpipla is about 37 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 Panchpipla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchpipla 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 Panchpipla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchpipla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchpipla
Where is Panchpipla located?
Panchpipla village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchpipla?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchpipla is Panch Pipla.
What is the pincode of Panchpipla?
The pincode of Panchpipla is 364150.
What is the population of Panchpipla?
Panchpipla had a total population of 1,745, including 870 males and 875 females.
How many households are there in Panchpipla?
Panchpipla had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchpipla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchpipla was 79.65%. Male literacy was 91.63% and female literacy was 67.87%.