Piyoni - Abdasa, Kachchh
Piyoni is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Kandhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piyoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piyoni is 507115. The village covers a total geographical area of 1506.99 hectares and falls under the 370615 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Piyoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piyoni
As per Census 2011, Piyoni village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 41 males and 38 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piyoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 19 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 22 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Piyoni
Piyoni 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 Piyoni
Piyoni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bhuj to Piyoni is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piyoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piyoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piyoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piyoni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piyoni
Where is Piyoni located?
Piyoni village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piyoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Piyoni is Kandhai.
What is the pincode of Piyoni?
The pincode of Piyoni is 370615.
What is the population of Piyoni?
Piyoni has a total population of 79, including 41 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Piyoni?
There are 13 households in Piyoni.
What is the literacy rate in Piyoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyoni is 31.65%. Male literacy is 46.34% and female literacy is 15.79%.