Piplana - Manavadar, Junagadh
Piplana is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Piplana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplana is 514395. The village covers a total geographical area of 831.48 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Piplana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplana
According to the 2011 Census, Piplana village had a total population of 2,049 people, including 1,079 males and 970 females, living in 472 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.28%, with male literacy at 79.48% and female literacy at 60.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 470, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 2,049 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Piplana
Piplana 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 Piplana
Public transport in the Piplana 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 Manavadar to Piplana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Piplana is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piplana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piplana
Where is Piplana located?
Piplana village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplana?
Piplana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piplana?
The pincode of Piplana is 362245.
What is the population of Piplana?
Piplana had a total population of 2,049, including 1,079 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Piplana?
Piplana had 472 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplana was 70.28%. Male literacy was 79.48% and female literacy was 60.18%.