Piplana - Harij, Patan
Piplana is a village situated in the Harij taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harij and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Piplana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplana is 508943. The village covers a total geographical area of 1332.93 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Piplana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piplana
According to the 2011 Census, Piplana village had a total population of 2,763 people, including 1,455 males and 1,308 females, living in 574 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.14%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 45.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234.
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 | 2,763 | 1,455 | 1,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 169 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,482 | 967 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,281 | 488 | 793 |
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
Piplana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Harij to Piplana is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Piplana is about 26 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piplana
Where is Piplana located?
Piplana village is located in Harij Taluka, Patan 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 384240.
What is the population of Piplana?
Piplana had a total population of 2,763, including 1,455 males and 1,308 females.
How many households are there in Piplana?
Piplana had 574 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piplana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplana was 61.14%. Male literacy was 75.19% and female literacy was 45.25%.