Pithalpur - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Pithalpur is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Pithalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithalpur is 516660. The village covers a total geographical area of 756.76 hectares and falls under the 364135 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Pithalpur 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 Pithalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pithalpur village had a total population of 5,703 people, including 2,962 males and 2,741 females, living in 948 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.51%, with male literacy at 82.09% and female literacy at 53.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 5,703 | 2,962 | 2,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 416 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 74 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,372 | 2,090 | 1,282 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,331 | 872 | 1,459 |
Nearby Villages of Pithalpur
Pithalpur 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 Pithalpur
Pithalpur 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 Pithalpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Pithalpur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pithalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pithalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pithalpur
Where is Pithalpur located?
Pithalpur village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pithalpur?
Pithalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pithalpur?
The pincode of Pithalpur is 364135.
What is the population of Pithalpur?
Pithalpur had a total population of 5,703, including 2,962 males and 2,741 females.
How many households are there in Pithalpur?
Pithalpur had 948 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pithalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithalpur was 68.51%. Male literacy was 82.09% and female literacy was 53.96%.