Pipaliya Agency - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Pipaliya Agency is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Pipaliya Agency village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipaliya Agency is 513278. The village covers a total geographical area of 489.4 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pipaliya Agency village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipaliya Agency
As per Census 2011, Pipaliya Agency village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 202 males and 193 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipaliya Agency are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 202 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 133 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 69 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Pipaliya Agency
Pipaliya Agency 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 Pipaliya Agency
Pipaliya Agency 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 Kalavad to Pipaliya Agency is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Pipaliya Agency is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipaliya Agency
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipaliya Agency village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pipaliya Agency
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipaliya Agency village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pipaliya Agency
Where is Pipaliya Agency located?
Pipaliya Agency village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipaliya Agency?
Pipaliya Agency is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipaliya Agency?
The pincode of Pipaliya Agency is 360405.
What is the population of Pipaliya Agency?
Pipaliya Agency has a total population of 395, including 202 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Pipaliya Agency?
There are 70 households in Pipaliya Agency.
What is the literacy rate in Pipaliya Agency?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipaliya Agency is 60.51%. Male literacy is 65.84% and female literacy is 54.92%.