Pingali - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Pingali is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Pingali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingali is 516564. The village covers a total geographical area of 1226.75 hectares and falls under the 364260 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pingali 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 Pingali
According to the 2011 Census, Pingali village had a total population of 2,898 people, including 1,515 males and 1,383 females, living in 513 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.39%, with male literacy at 89.48% and female literacy at 66.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154.
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 | 2,898 | 1,515 | 1,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 222 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,966 | 1,157 | 809 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 358 | 574 |
Nearby Villages of Pingali
Pingali 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 Pingali
Pingali 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 Palitana to Pingali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Pingali 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 Pingali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pingali 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 Pingali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pingali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pingali
Where is Pingali located?
Pingali village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pingali?
Pingali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pingali?
The pincode of Pingali is 364260.
What is the population of Pingali?
Pingali had a total population of 2,898, including 1,515 males and 1,383 females.
How many households are there in Pingali?
Pingali had 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pingali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingali was 78.39%. Male literacy was 89.48% and female literacy was 66.58%.