Pipaliya Karmal - Kotda Sangani, Rajkot
Pipaliya Karmal is a village situated in the Kotda Sangani taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotda Sangani and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Pipaliya Karmal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipaliya Karmal is 513081. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.93 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pipaliya Karmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipaliya Karmal
According to the 2011 Census, Pipaliya Karmal village had a total population of 556 people, including 295 males and 261 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.24%, with male literacy at 99.61% and female literacy at 86.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 556 | 295 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 258 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 37 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Pipaliya Karmal
Pipaliya Karmal 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 Karmal
Pipaliya Karmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gondal to Pipaliya Karmal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Pipaliya Karmal is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipaliya Karmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipaliya Karmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pipaliya Karmal
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 Karmal 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 Pipaliya Karmal
Where is Pipaliya Karmal located?
Pipaliya Karmal village is located in Kotda Sangani Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipaliya Karmal?
Pipaliya Karmal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipaliya Karmal?
The pincode of Pipaliya Karmal is 360311.
What is the population of Pipaliya Karmal?
Pipaliya Karmal had a total population of 556, including 295 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Pipaliya Karmal?
Pipaliya Karmal had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pipaliya Karmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipaliya Karmal was 93.24%. Male literacy was 99.61% and female literacy was 86.03%.