Piparla - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Piparla is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Piparla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparla is 516607. The village covers a total geographical area of 737.18 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Piparla 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 Piparla
As per Census 2011, Piparla village has a total population of 4,621 people, consisting of 2,394 males and 2,227 females. The village has 1,150 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 627 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,056 literate and 1,565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,621 | 2,394 | 2,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 627 | 324 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 129 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 3,056 | 1,832 | 1,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,565 | 562 | 1,003 |
Nearby Villages of Piparla
Piparla 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 Piparla
Piparla 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Piparla is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Piparla is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piparla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparla
Where is Piparla located?
Piparla village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparla?
Piparla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparla?
The pincode of Piparla is 364150.
What is the population of Piparla?
Piparla has a total population of 4,621, including 2,394 males and 2,227 females.
How many households are there in Piparla?
There are 1,150 households in Piparla.
What is the literacy rate in Piparla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparla is 66.13%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 54.96%.