Pichhvi - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Pichhvi is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Kodinar and around 140 km from Junagadh. Pichhvi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pichhvi is 515114. The village covers a total geographical area of 910.48 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Pichhvi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pichhvi
According to the 2011 Census, Pichhvi village had a total population of 2,027 people, including 1,056 males and 971 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.10%, with male literacy at 83.14% and female literacy at 53.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 2,027 | 1,056 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 172 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 735 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 853 | 321 | 532 |
Transport and Connectivity of Pichhvi
Pichhvi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Pichhvi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Pichhvi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Pichhvi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pichhvi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pichhvi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pichhvi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pichhvi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pichhvi
Where is Pichhvi located?
Pichhvi village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pichhvi?
Pichhvi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pichhvi?
The pincode of Pichhvi is 362720.
What is the population of Pichhvi?
Pichhvi had a total population of 2,027, including 1,056 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Pichhvi?
Pichhvi had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pichhvi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pichhvi was 69.10%. Male literacy was 83.14% and female literacy was 53.87%.