Piparala - Santalpur, Patan
Piparala is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Piparala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparala is 508671. The village covers a total geographical area of 7742.46 hectares and falls under the 385350 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Piparala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparala
According to the 2011 Census, Piparala village had a total population of 2,278 people, including 1,125 males and 1,153 females, living in 495 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.50%, with male literacy at 64.37% and female literacy at 39.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 2,278 | 1,125 | 1,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 210 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 141 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 589 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,317 | 536 | 781 |
Nearby Villages of Piparala
Piparala 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 Piparala
Piparala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Piparala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Piparala is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Piparala is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparala 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 Piparala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparala 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 Piparala
Where is Piparala located?
Piparala village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piparala?
Piparala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparala?
The pincode of Piparala is 385350.
What is the population of Piparala?
Piparala had a total population of 2,278, including 1,125 males and 1,153 females.
How many households are there in Piparala?
Piparala had 495 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparala was 51.50%. Male literacy was 64.37% and female literacy was 39.12%.