Piyava Gir - Visavadar, Junagadh
Piyava Gir is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Piyava Gir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piyava Gir is 514638. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.51 hectares and falls under the 362130 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piyava Gir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piyava Gir
According to the 2011 Census, Piyava Gir village had a total population of 1,511 people, including 788 males and 723 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.88%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 53.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 1,511 | 788 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 100 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 464 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 324 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Piyava Gir
Piyava Gir 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 Piyava Gir
Piyava Gir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Piyava Gir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visavadar to Piyava Gir is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Piyava Gir is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piyava Gir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piyava Gir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piyava Gir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piyava Gir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piyava Gir
Where is Piyava Gir located?
Piyava Gir village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piyava Gir?
Piyava Gir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piyava Gir?
The pincode of Piyava Gir is 362130.
What is the population of Piyava Gir?
Piyava Gir had a total population of 1,511, including 788 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Piyava Gir?
Piyava Gir had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piyava Gir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyava Gir was 60.88%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 53.51%.