Piluvada - Harij, Patan
Piluvada is a village situated in the Harij taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harij and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Piluvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piluvada is 508956. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.31 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Piluvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piluvada
According to the 2011 Census, Piluvada village had a total population of 927 people, including 483 males and 444 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.86%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 42.97%.
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 | 927 | 483 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 83 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 320 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 163 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Piluvada
Piluvada 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 Piluvada
Public transport in the Piluvada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harij to Piluvada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Piluvada is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piluvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piluvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piluvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piluvada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piluvada
Where is Piluvada located?
Piluvada village is located in Harij Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piluvada?
Piluvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piluvada?
The pincode of Piluvada is 384240.
What is the population of Piluvada?
Piluvada had a total population of 927, including 483 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Piluvada?
Piluvada had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piluvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piluvada was 61.86%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 42.97%.