Piplana
Piplana is a village located in Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Manavadar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Piplana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Piplana unique in its vibrant Manavadar-Junagadh region. You’ll see Piplana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Piplana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Piplana is 514395. The village spans a total geographical area of 831.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362610. Manavadar is nearest town to Piplana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Piplana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Piplana
Population of Piplana
According to the 2011 Census, Piplana has a total population of about 2,049, with approximately 1,079 males and 970 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 470 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.25%, with male literacy at about 71.08% and female literacy near 54.54%. There are around 472 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Piplana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,049 | 1,079 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 114 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 254 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,296 | 767 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 312 | 441 |
Connectivity of Piplana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Piplana. As per the 2011 stats, Piplana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Piplana
Knowing the nearby villages of Piplana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Piplana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Piplana
- Where is Piplana located?
- Piplana village is situated in Manavadar Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Piplana?
- Piplana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Piplana?
- The pincode of Piplana is 362610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Piplana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piplana is 2,049, with 1,079 males and 970 females.
- How many households are there in Piplana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Piplana village has a total of 472 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Piplana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piplana is 63.25%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 54.54%.