Piparali - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Piparali is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Piparali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparali is 516206. The village covers a total geographical area of 1598.74 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Umrala is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Piparali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparali
According to the 2011 Census, Piparali village had a total population of 1,414 people, including 729 males and 685 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.63%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 61.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 193.
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 | 1,414 | 729 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 101 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 498 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 231 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Piparali
Piparali 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 Piparali
Public transport in the Piparali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Piparali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umrala to Piparali is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Piparali is about 49 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 Piparali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparali 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 Piparali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparali
Where is Piparali located?
Piparali village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparali?
Piparali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparali?
The pincode of Piparali is 364320.
What is the population of Piparali?
Piparali had a total population of 1,414, including 729 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Piparali?
Piparali had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparali was 70.63%. Male literacy was 79.55% and female literacy was 61.21%.