Bava Pipaliya - Jetpur, Rajkot
Bava Pipaliya is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Bava Pipaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bava Pipaliya is 513442. The village covers a total geographical area of 947.4 hectares and falls under the 360360 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bava Pipaliya 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 Bava Pipaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Bava Pipaliya village had a total population of 1,490 people, including 749 males and 741 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 80.33% and female literacy at 66.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,490 | 749 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 78 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 539 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 210 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Bava Pipaliya
Bava Pipaliya 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 Bava Pipaliya
Bava Pipaliya 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 Jetpur to Bava Pipaliya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Bava Pipaliya is about 90 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 Bava Pipaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bava Pipaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bava Pipaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bava Pipaliya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bava Pipaliya
Where is Bava Pipaliya located?
Bava Pipaliya village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bava Pipaliya?
Bava Pipaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bava Pipaliya?
The pincode of Bava Pipaliya is 360360.
What is the population of Bava Pipaliya?
Bava Pipaliya had a total population of 1,490, including 749 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Bava Pipaliya?
Bava Pipaliya had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bava Pipaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bava Pipaliya was 73.20%. Male literacy was 80.33% and female literacy was 66.12%.