Pipardi - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Pipardi is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Pipardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipardi is 513297. The village covers a total geographical area of 862.51 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pipardi 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 Pipardi
According to the 2011 Census, Pipardi village had a total population of 493 people, including 250 males and 243 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.35%, with male literacy at 87.91% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 493 | 250 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 189 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 61 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Pipardi
Pipardi 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 Pipardi
Public transport in the Pipardi 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 Gondal to Pipardi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Pipardi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pipardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipardi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pipardi
Where is Pipardi located?
Pipardi village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pipardi?
Pipardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipardi?
The pincode of Pipardi is 360405.
What is the population of Pipardi?
Pipardi had a total population of 493, including 250 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Pipardi?
Pipardi had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipardi was 79.35%. Male literacy was 87.91% and female literacy was 70.83%.